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Perform engineering duties in the planning and designing phase of construction projects.

Civil Engineers use engineering to plan and design construction projects, like roads, bridges, airports, water and sewage systems, and other facilities.

Wages	$45.51 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Very Good
Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Civil Engineering, General
On the Job	Work Activities Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans. Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects. Implement design or process improvements. Investigate the environmental impact of projects. Investigate the environmental impact of projects. Evaluate designs or specifications to ensure quality. Evaluate plans or specifications to determine technological or environmental implications. Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans. Explain project details to the general public. Create graphical representations of civil structures.
Career Pathways	Engineering and Technology
Similar Careers	Civil Engineers Transportation Planners Environmental Engineers
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