Tiefbauamt - Elektrodienst

The Civil Engineering Office of the Canton of Zürich is responsible for the planning, design, construction, as well as the operation and maintenance of cantonal transport routes. In doing so, the principles of sustainability are observed in order to make both public and private transport efficient. The core tasks include the development of road infrastructure, maintenance measures, the optimization of traffic flow, and ensuring environmentally compatible operation. In addition to managing road construction projects, the Civil Engineering Office is also responsible for the implementation and monitoring of environmental protection laws, particularly in the area of noise-abatement measures. In this way, the Civil Engineering Office supports the sustainable development of the Canton of Zürich and ensures safety on the cantonal roads. An extensive infrastructure network ensures that all areas of Zürich's transport infrastructure are well connected to one another. In addition, control and regulation systems are provided in order to improve traffic flow and ensure safety. Information about construction sites, planned road projects, and specific topics such as traffic safety, traffic data, or noise abatement is also part of the offering.