Thomas Rieger
I am an architect with many years of experience in industrial architecture and project development. I studied at ETH Zurich and EPFL Lausanne. After several years as an industrial architect at Swisslog, I joined IE Zurich in 2010, taking on complex project management assignments. Since then, I have led the IE Technology division as Managing Director.
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Brief Profile: Expertise at a Glance
Strong methodological expertise for developing tailored, strategic solutions.
Industry Focus
- Complex multi-stage processes combined with high requirements for industrial construction
- Mechanical engineering, metal processing, assembly companies
Role at IE Group
- Responsible for the Industrial and Technology sectors
- Responsible for coordinating all specialist planners
- Responsible for feasibility studies and concept planning
Technical Expertise
- Methodology, strategy development, benefit analyses
- Development of high-quality industrial architecture
My way
My heart has been with IE for over 20 years.
For me, IE is more than a company – it is part of my life.
This passion accompanies me every day as Managing Director and co-owner. What has inspired me from day one? Three things that are non-negotiable for me: co-entrepreneurship, team spirit, and industrial buildings of the highest quality.
We are co-entrepreneurs in the company – and that makes us strong. We live this principle in every project. It is not only about figures, but about responsibility and the ambition to create something great together.
Without team spirit, nothing works. Our strength lies in collaboration. Everyone contributes their expertise – and that is what makes the difference.
For us, industrial buildings are more than buildings – they are places where the future is created. Quality is not just a buzzword, but a lived reality. With innovation, experience, and precision, we meet our customers’ expectations – day in, day out.
My Vision for 2040
Ideas that spark – together we create innovations that stay one step ahead. We live co-entrepreneurship – to deliver a decisive advantage for our customers. Architecture of the highest quality, combined with efficient processes – that is how we create factories that inspire.
Selected Projects
Bosshard-Farben AG - New production facility and site restructuring
Mikron Switzerland AG - Capacity Expansion for Automation Systems
Reishauer AG – Planning and Execution of a Smart Factory with Vertical Production Flows
HLM AG – Conversion of a Former Furniture Factory into a High‑Tech Production Site
GIS AG - Unlocking growth potential and optimising production
Rampini Construction SA – Construction and Operational Planning of a New Commercial Building
SSR Performance – New Facility for Classic and Sports Car Storage
Honex AG – General Planning and Construction of a Highly Efficient Factory Building with an Innovative Energy Concept
GENERAL DYNAMICS - Efficient production of highly protected wheeled vehicles
Estée Lauder Lachen AG - General planning and execution of a state-of-the-art distribution center
Anklin AG - Planning and execution of a new headquarters
Bourquin SA - General planning of a high-bay warehouse for corrugated board and packaging
Otto Fischer AG - Construction planning and execution of an extension with an energy concept.
GENERAL DYNAMICS - IE Master Plan and New Construction for Armoured Special Vehicles
