Civil Engineer
Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants, and water and sewage systems.
At a Glance
Civil Engineer earns an average of $84,733/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 4.3–5.5 years. Top skills: Civil Engineering, AutoCAD, Project Management.
$84,733/yr
Bachelor's degree
4.3–5.5 years
32
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Civil Engineers
Median Wage
$99,590/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+5.0%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (20)
Civil Engineering
AutoCAD
Project Management
MicroStation (CAD Design Software)
Structural Engineering
Construction
Grading (Landscape)
Surveying
Engineering Design Process
Stormwater Management
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Highway Design
Engineering Analysis
Public Works
Technical Issues
Green Infrastructure
Hydrology
Land Development
Engineering Plans And Specifications
Construction Management
Common Skills (9)
Communication
Leadership
Verbal Communication Skills
Microsoft Office
Problem Solving
Management
Interpersonal Communications
Planning
Certifications (1)
Engineer in Training
Related Specializations
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