Occupation & salary Switzerland
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Salary data
| By canton | Gross per year | Monthly wage |
|---|---|---|
| ag | 89,510 CHF | 7,459 CHF |
| bl | 90,596 CHF | 7,550 CHF |
| be | 81,481 CHF | 6,790 CHF |
| bs | 86,070 CHF | 7,172 CHF |
| fr | 76,246 CHF | 6,354 CHF |
| ge | 87,946 CHF | 7,329 CHF |
| gl | 79,200 CHF | 6,600 CHF |
| gr | 94,985 CHF | 7,915 CHF |
| lu | 86,776 CHF | 7,231 CHF |
| sg | 87,547 CHF | 7,296 CHF |
| sh | 87,200 CHF | 7,267 CHF |
| so | 78,600 CHF | 6,550 CHF |
| tg | 81,200 CHF | 6,767 CHF |
| ti | 83,963 CHF | 6,997 CHF |
| vd | 84,862 CHF | 7,072 CHF |
| zg | 71,323 CHF | 5,944 CHF |
| zh | 92,976 CHF | 7,748 CHF |
| By qualification | Gross per year | Monthly wage |
|---|---|---|
| No education | 95,222 CHF | 7,935 CHF |
| Continuing education | 92,000 CHF | 7,667 CHF |
| Secondary school | 78,000 CHF | 6,500 CHF |
| Higher secondary school | 82,000 CHF | 6,833 CHF |
| Vocational baccalaureate | 76,000 CHF | 6,333 CHF |
| Apprenticeship | 89,077 CHF | 7,423 CHF |
| University of applied sciences | 87,615 CHF | 7,301 CHF |
| University | 90,625 CHF | 7,552 CHF |
| By gender | Gross per year | Monthly wage | Ø age | Ø work experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 90,403 CHF | 7,534 CHF | 34.8 | 8.7 |
| Female | 79,128 CHF | 6,594 CHF | 32.2 | 7.3 |
The salary of civil engineers in Switzerland varies significantly depending on canton, professional experience, and level of education. Professionals earn the most in cantons such as Uri, Graubünden, and Valais, while wages in Zug, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, and Fribourg tend to be lower. Qualifications also play an important role: a degree from a university of applied sciences or university typically has a positive effect on salary. As professional experience and specialization increase, for example in site management or project management, earning potential rises noticeably. Company size, industry, and individual responsibility, such as serving as a branch manager or project leader, also influence the achievable salary.
Civil engineers develop, plan, and oversee construction projects of all kinds, ranging from buildings and bridges to infrastructure in underground, water, and transportation engineering. Depending on their specialization, their responsibilities range from structural calculation and design to on-site construction management. Many professionals also work in geotechnics, structural engineering, or digital construction planning. Employers include engineering firms, construction companies, and public administration, or they work independently as freelancers. Entry into the profession is usually through a degree in civil engineering at a university of applied sciences or university, with the specific role and specialization having a significant influence on achievable salary.
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