Civil Engineer
Wages & Job Forcast
$36.78 – $59.20 per hour*
Job Openings: 17,800 by 2032
About:
Civil engineers plan, design, and supervise construction and maintenance of building structures and facilities such as roads, bridges, airports, dams, and water systems. They analyze soil and building materials, prepare cost estimates, and use design software to plan transportation and structural systems. Civil engineers work closely with construction teams to ensure projects meet design specifications and safety standards. They spend time in offices for design work and on construction sites for inspection and oversight.
TRAINING:
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field; professional engineer (PE) license preferred for advancement