Brüniger
Creating visible changes – as a team
A reliable electricity supply for the people of Brienz/Brinzauls
In Brienz, the mountainside is moving, and the Brüniger team is taking action. “We have longstanding partnerships with both the municipality of Albula/Alvra and the electricity provider responsible for the region,” says Evri Kyriakidis, Head of Energy. “Throughout the ongoing landslide situation, our role has been to work with the municipality to adapt the infrastructure to constantly changing conditions and maintain the electricity supply.” This has included building a transformer station to provide an emergency connection and installing a temporary power supply for the exploratory tunnel. Brüniger acts both as a service provider and as the municipality’s point of contact for all questions concerning a safe, reliable energy supply.
Engineering with foresight
Brüniger’s portfolio includes comprehensive, long-term projects with a clear focus on the future. Among them, the company is taking a leading role in upgrading the electrical systems of the Belchen Tunnel, a key structure on the A2 motorway’s north–south route. A major strength of the company, with almost 60 years of experience, is its independence. It is beholden neither to suppliers nor to electricity companies. This allows it to respond flexibly and swiftly to requirements while remaining impartial. For its electrical engineering specialists, this creates valuable opportunities and builds extensive experience.
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Growing within the company and alongside it
Brüniger offers employees a stable environment with room to develop. Evri Kyriakidis explains: “I was entrusted with my first projects during my apprenticeship. As my responsibilities grew, so did the scope of my work, first as a technical administrator, then as a project manager and now as a team leader. Projects that have certainly stayed with me include working on the first wind power installation in Haldenstein and my involvement in the longest directionally drilled bore for the cable duct system between the Sommerau and Sand substations.” Everyone at Brüniger is encouraged to contribute ideas, ideally from day one. Mario Salvator adds: “Long-term projects allow me to build detailed technical expertise over time and put it into practice. Above all, though, I benefit from the experience of colleagues who have been here for many years. It’s wonderful to see how willingly they share their knowledge.”
A culture of mutual appreciation
Flat hierarchies, clear responsibilities and open communication: at Brüniger, the open-door policy is part of everyday life. Teams from different business areas collaborate on projects, and employees also have opportunities to move into different roles within the company. Together, they identify where each person’s strengths can be put to best use. A staff workshop held a few months ago delivered a clear message: people at Brüniger feel recognised and valued. Employees are both encouraged and expected to help shape their working lives. “Our team brings together curious apprentices and seasoned professionals who contribute their knowledge to projects and share it through an ongoing exchange with one another,” says Claudio Roffler, summing up daily life at Brüniger.
Quality of life, at work and beyond
As energy groups and electrical companies grow ever larger, Brüniger’s independence allows it to bring the impartiality and objectivity needed for planning that serves everyone’s long-term interests. The aim is always to modernise energy and transport infrastructure safely and sustainably. “As a stronghold of hydropower and therefore one of the most important locations for renewable energy generation, Graubünden is an excellent base for our company,” concludes Claudio Roffler. “We are currently expanding several teams. What matters most is finding people who are a good fit for us and our company, and who are keen to move to Switzerland’s most liveable canton. We’re happy to help with relocation by putting people in touch with useful contacts.”
