Project Manager for the Implementation of the Slow Mobility Strategy of Graubünden

28 April 2026
100%
Permanent position
Chur

Job summary

Join the Grisons, Switzerland's unique trilingual canton! Enjoy diverse economic, cultural, and political opportunities in a beautiful environment.

Tasks

Implement the Slow Mobility Strategy 2037 for the canton.
Promote a planning culture that supports slow mobility initiatives.
Direct key projects and coordinate the strategy within technical offices.

Skills

University degree in urban planning, transport, geography, or related field.
Experience in strategic transport planning and project management.
Excellent communication skills in German, with knowledge of Italian or Romansh.

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About the job

Together for Graubünden
The only trilingual canton in Switzerland is diverse in its economic, cultural, and political profile. With an area of 7106 km², Graubünden is the largest canton in Switzerland and with 150 valleys, 615 lakes, 140 tourist resorts, and countless sunny days per year, it offers a high quality of life. The cantonal administration of Graubünden is as diverse as our landscape.

Project Manager for the Implementation of the Slow Mobility Strategy of Graubünden

Technical Office / 50 - 80 % / Chur

The Technical Office is responsible for the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of cantonal roads, as well as hydraulic works and slow mobility in Graubünden. In addition, we handle the operational maintenance of national roads within the canton. With the introduction of corporate mobility management, the management of the cantonal vehicle fleet has also been centralized, among other things, to ensure more economical and environmentally friendly operation. As a specialized service for slow mobility, we coordinate the planning and construction of facilities for slow mobility. This particularly includes pedestrian traffic and hiking, cycling and mountain biking, as well as travel with vehicle-like means.
As an office certified with the Friendly Work Space label, the health and satisfaction of our approximately 480 employees are especially important to us. For this reason, we are committed to systematic health management in the company (GSA).

For the implementation of the Slow Mobility Strategy 2037 (ML Strategy 2037) within the cantonal administration, we are looking for a qualified specialist for June 1, 2026, or by agreement.

Tasks

Implementation of the ML 2037 strategy ( link )
Promotion and consolidation of a planning culture favorable to slow mobility in the Canton of Graubünden
Design of processes and establishment of a steering body for the implementation of the ML strategy
Management of key projects related to the ML 2037 strategy
Coordination of work related to the ML 2037 strategy within the Technical Office and other cantonal services as well as coordination of strategy, planning tools, and projects
Preparation of reports on the implementation status of the ML strategy for the relevant office management and political stakeholders
Procurement of external services for the development of strategic topics in the ML sector
Provision of data and bases for communication and pilot projects in the ML sector

What we expect from you

University degree in spatial planning, transport planning, geography, or a related discipline
Professional development in the field of slow mobility is an advantage
Several years of experience in strategic transport or mobility planning, preferably related to pedestrian and bicycle traffic or multimodal mobility
Experience in managing complex administrative or governance projects and interdisciplinary collaboration
Excellent knowledge of administrative structures and planning tools at national, cantonal, and municipal levels (ideally in the Canton of Graubünden or another canton / Swiss municipality)
Ability to work across different actors and provide specialist leadership
Strong communication and moderation skills, diplomatic abilities, political sensitivity, and assertiveness
Excellent oral and written expression skills in German
Knowledge of Italian and/or Romansh is an advantage

We look forward to receiving your online application and to meeting you.

If you have any questions, Reto Knuchel, cantonal engineer, is happy to assist you at phone number 081 257 37 01.

Application deadline: May 24, 2026