Tiefbauamt

The Civil Engineering Office of the Canton of Zürich is responsible for the planning, project design, construction, as well as the operation and maintenance of cantonal roads, bridges, and cycling, hiking, and bridle paths. It is an essential institution that ensures public and private traffic in the Canton of Zürich while taking into account the principles of sustainability. These tasks are not only important for mobility but also contribute to the attractiveness and quality of life in the canton. The Civil Engineering Office actively works to ensure that the traffic routes are designed sensibly in accordance with the needs of society and the environment.

The core tasks of the Civil Engineering Office include the planning and construction of transport infrastructure, the preservation of the value of existing facilities, and the optimization of traffic flow. In doing so, modern control and regulation systems are used in order to increase safety and efficiency in road traffic. The Civil Engineering Office also bears responsibility for the enforcement and monitoring of environmental protection legislation, particularly in the area of noise, and ensures that environmentally friendly methods are applied in all projects.

The employees of the Civil Engineering Office work to create an infrastructure network that unites economic, ecological, and social interests. Their vision is to make a positive contribution to the traffic situation in the canton of Zürich through sustainable planning and efficient operation. In addition, projects are continuously implemented in order to keep the roads, bridges, and paths in good condition and to serve the future needs of the population. This also includes the participation of the public in planning processes in order to promote transparency and acceptance.