Overall Project Manager / Coordinator Cycle Routes
- 02 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- Zürich
About the job
Canton of Zurich
Department of Construction
Office of Civil Engineering
Zurich
immediate start or by arrangement (permanent)
plan | build | maintain
Overall Project Manager / Coordinator Cycle Routes
80 - 100%
The cycle routes form a central component for a safe, continuous and attractive cycle network in the Canton of Zurich. You will help shape this project from the very beginning.
Do you keep an overview even in complex infrastructure projects, enjoy thinking strategically and bring people with different perspectives together? Together with municipalities, specialists and other stakeholders, you develop sustainable solutions for the mobility of tomorrow.
In this role, you manage and coordinate the planning and implementation of the various project phases at a higher level. You provide orientation, keep the overall picture in mind and represent the interests of the Office of Civil Engineering in collaboration with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
You can expect a diverse project portfolio with great scope for creativity and high visibility.
Do you keep an overview even in complex infrastructure projects, enjoy thinking strategically and bring people with different perspectives together? Together with municipalities, specialists and other stakeholders, you develop sustainable solutions for the mobility of tomorrow.
In this role, you manage and coordinate the planning and implementation of the various project phases at a higher level. You provide orientation, keep the overall picture in mind and represent the interests of the Office of Civil Engineering in collaboration with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
You can expect a diverse project portfolio with great scope for creativity and high visibility.
Your Tasks
- You establish and lead the project organisations for the implementation of the cycle routes.
- You manage the cycle route projects at a higher level and ensure compliance with quality, costs and deadlines.
- You represent the Office of Civil Engineering vis-à-vis municipalities, other cantonal authorities and private third parties.
- You lead preliminary studies in individual sections and prepare decision-making bases.
Your Profile
- You have a university degree related to civil engineering or a related field.
- You bring experience in complex infrastructure projects and are interested in the further development of cycle traffic.
- You communicate openly, think in networks and develop sustainable solutions together with different stakeholders.
- You keep the overall picture in mind even in demanding situations and take responsibility.
- You are enthusiastic about sustainable mobility, enjoy shaping new things and want to advance the cycle routes together with others.
We look forward to hearing from you because...
- you want to actively help shape sustainable mobility in the Canton of Zurich.
- a family-friendly working environment is important to you and you contribute to the mutual support within the team.
- you appreciate short distances and direct exchange within the team.
Diversity strengthens our teams. We are interested in your background and perspective – even if you do not fully meet all the listed requirements.
- a family-friendly working environment is important to you and you contribute to the mutual support within the team.
- you appreciate short distances and direct exchange within the team.
Diversity strengthens our teams. We are interested in your background and perspective – even if you do not fully meet all the listed requirements.
Your Contact
Guido Hirzel
Head of Project Development Department
+41 43 257 68 70
Head of Project Development Department
+41 43 257 68 70
Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications that involve 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 Office of Civil Engineering (OCE), we shape the future face of the Canton of Zurich.
The Project Development Department (PE) plans and develops holistic road spaces of the cantonal road network. In addition to settlement-compatible traffic management in town centres, a continuous and safe cycle path network is particularly in focus. To achieve these goals, various stakeholders such as the local municipalities are directly involved in the planning process. The PE department takes the leading role in the planning process and serves as the central contact point for all project-affected parties and interest groups regarding traffic planning concerns.
Do you want to leave your mark? If you engage with us at the Department of Construction, you help shape the face of the Canton of Zurich. We can offer you an exciting environment – just a few minutes from the main station.
Do you want to leave your mark? If you engage with us at the Department of Construction, you help shape the face of the Canton of Zurich. We can offer you an exciting environment – just a few minutes from the main station.
We Offer...
Scope for Creativity
Room for your own ideas and active participation
Mobile Working / Home Office
Flexible working – in the office, at home or wherever it makes sense
Flexible Working Time Models
Flexible working time models that adapt to life phases
Collaboration at Eye Level
A respectful collaboration at eye level
Your Application Process
- Pre-selection
- First interview
- Second interview
- Final decision
