Kanton Zürich
Zürich
Project Manager Road Maintenance 80 - 100%
- 20 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Zürich
Job summary
Join the Baudirektion Kanton Zürich as a project leader! Shape essential infrastructure.
Tasks
- Plan and organize diverse road maintenance projects independently.
- Ensure quality, costs, and deadlines are met throughout all phases.
- Coordinate with stakeholders for smooth project execution.
Skills
- Must have a degree in civil engineering or similar with practical experience.
- Strong organizational and planning skills for successful project management.
- Effective communication to engage various stakeholders clearly.
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About the job
plan | build | maintain
Building Directorate Canton of Zurich
80 - 100%
Starting immediately or by arrangement
Project Manager Road Maintenance
Do you want to shape road infrastructure used daily by thousands of people? In this role, you take responsibility for diverse maintenance projects in an exciting catchment area – from Dietikon to the left shore of Lake Zurich. You independently manage your projects from planning to realisation, coordinate various stakeholders, and ensure quality, costs, and deadlines are met.
Your tasks
- You plan and organise our civil engineering and road maintenance projects from start to finish.
- You are responsible for costs, deadlines, and quality and keep an eye on your projects throughout all phases.
- You coordinate planners, contractors, and other project participants and ensure a smooth project process.
- You represent the canton’s interests towards municipalities, authorities, companies, and other stakeholders.
- You ensure compliance with relevant standards and requirements and provide comprehensible project documentation.
Your profile
- You have a qualification as a civil engineer (FH/ETH), construction supervisor, or a comparable technical education and bring solid practical experience in civil or road construction.
- You organise and plan proactively and lead your projects independently to success.
- You think economically, set priorities, and find viable solutions even with differing interests.
- You present yourself confidently to various stakeholders and communicate clearly and appropriately for the audience.
- You work solution-oriented and keep an overview even in demanding project situations.
What to expect
With us, you take on projects whose impact is immediately visible and have the freedom to shape them independently. You can expect a diverse project portfolio in a dynamic region and a collegial environment where people know each other, support one another, and find solutions together. Your experience and ideas are in demand – and you can actively help shape the road infrastructure of the Canton of Zurich.
Your contact
Patrick Kessler
Head of Road Region
043 257 92 01
Head of Road Region
043 257 92 01
Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider dossiers associated with fee demands. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.
About us
Roundabout or traffic light? Cycle path or cycle lane? More trees and less sealing. Bus priority and safe pedestrian paths. Speed 50 or speed 30? We deal with such topics daily and provide answers. At the Civil Engineering Office (TBA), we shape the future face of the Canton of Zurich.
The Road Inspectorate of the Civil Engineering Office of the Canton of Zurich, with around 250 employees, operates and maintains the state roads in the Canton of Zurich. The goal is to achieve high availability and optimal traffic safety as well as the preservation of the value of around 1,310 kilometres of state roads. Also included in the portfolio are 2,123 km of cycle routes and 2,770 km of hiking trails.
Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to a sustainably attractive Canton of Zurich? We can offer you an exciting environment.
The Road Inspectorate of the Civil Engineering Office of the Canton of Zurich, with around 250 employees, operates and maintains the state roads in the Canton of Zurich. The goal is to achieve high availability and optimal traffic safety as well as the preservation of the value of around 1,310 kilometres of state roads. Also included in the portfolio are 2,123 km of cycle routes and 2,770 km of hiking trails.
Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to a sustainably attractive Canton of Zurich? We can offer you an exciting environment.
We offer…
Induction
Meaningful work
Responsible activity
Mobile working / home office
Good social benefits (pension fund)
Your application process
Pre-selection
Initial interview
Second interview & company tour
Final decision