Description The Public Works Department is responsible for the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of canton roads, water management, and local transport in Graubünden.
Additionally, we manage the operational maintenance of national roads within the canton's territory.
The canton's road infrastructure includes over 1,450 engineering structures, such as bridges at altitudes up to 90 meters and tunnels up to 3 kilometers in length.
Key requirements
Completed vocational training in the construction industry
Additional training as a Construction Foreman, Polier, or equivalent further education
Several years of professional experience in road and public works
Practical experience in tendering
Personality with assertiveness, organizational and negotiation skills, and teamwork
Kantonale Verwaltung Graubünden is located in Thusis, Canton of Graubünden. Cross-border workers need a G Permit, renewable annually, to work in Switzerland. The Canton of Graubünden applies withholding tax at variable rates on gross income, and since 2024 the New Tax Agreement introduces concurrent taxation between Italy and Switzerland.
Swiss social contributions include AVS (5.3%), unemployment insurance (1.1%) and LPP (occupational pension). Use our free tax simulator to calculate your net salary and compare the cost of living between Switzerland and Italy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the net salary for a cross-border worker in Graubünden?
Net salary depends on gross income, marital status and number of children. In the Canton of Graubünden, withholding tax ranges from about 2% to 15%. In the administration sector in Graubünden Use our simulator for a personalised calculation.
Do cross-border workers need Swiss LAMal health insurance?
New cross-border workers since 2024 must enrol in Swiss LAMal within 3 months of starting work. Premiums vary by canton, insurance model and deductible. Compare premiums with our LAMal comparator.