Civil Engineers

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Occupation Description

Civil engineers implement engineering duties in planning, laying out, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures, and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, dams, pipelines, power plants, channels, irrigation projects, and water and sewage systems. Work will also require understanding of architectural, structural, ocean, geo-technical, and traffic engineer’s duties.

Estimated Income

All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Lower End
Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Total Employees In 2010

258100

Job Openings By 2025

104400

Growth Rate

19.4%

Required Education

Bachelor's degree
Specific Programs:
Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering

Required Work Experience

None

Based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary

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