Multi-trade building systems installer across Switzerland and Liechtenstein
Burkhalter Group is a full-service building technology provider operating 84 subsidiary companies across 158 locations in Switzerland and Liechtenstein, with roughly 5,200 employees including 970 apprentices. The tech stack is dominated by CAD, AutoCAD, and Revit alongside Mitel telephony and KNX building automation — consistent with field-heavy operations requiring drafting and site coordination. Hiring velocity remains minimal despite open engineering and construction roles, and staffing shortages in skilled trades (electricians, installers) appear structural rather than temporary.
Notable leadership hires: Lead Electrical Installer
Burkhalter Group provides integrated building technology services covering heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, plumbing, roofing, and electrical engineering for residential and commercial projects. The company operates as a decentralized network of 84 Group companies rather than a monolithic structure, which allows regional autonomy across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Current project work spans new construction, system modernization (heating), fiber optic infrastructure, and event/temporary installations. The apprenticeship program (970 trainees) reflects a long-term commitment to workforce pipeline, though publicly stated pain points include difficulty recruiting qualified electricians and general skilled-trade shortages.
Primary tools include CAD, AutoCAD, Revit (design and planning), KNX (building automation), Mitel (telephony), 3CX (call systems), UniFi (networking), and Microsoft Office suite. Stack reflects field operations and technical design workflows.
Zürich, Switzerland. The company operates 158 locations across Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein with approximately 5,200 employees.
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