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CIVIL ENGINEERS
CAREER 101
FOR DUMMIES
WHAT THEY DO
Civil Engineers perform engineering duties in
planning, designing and overseeing construction and
maintenance of building structures and facilities.
WHAT ELSE THEY DO
They also inspect project sites to monitor progress and
ensure conformance to design specifications and safety
or sanitation standards.
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SALARY
Average salary: $87,940 per year
Hourly wage: $42.28 per hour
Source: bls.gov
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"Passion is the difference between
having a job or having a career."
- Anonymous
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PROS #1
Perfect if you are a practical and
technical person who enjoys hands-on
work
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PROS #2
Suitable for people who wants
independence and likes to work on their
own and make decisions
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CONS #1
There are more suitable careers out
there if you are a sociable person who
enjoys helping and working with others
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CONS #2
A considerable amount of work-
related skill, knowledge and
experience is required for this career.
You can't just jump right in.
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I LOVE MY JOB!
71% of them said they were satisfied with their
job and 68% said they feel like their job is
making other people’s lives better.
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SHOULD I BE ONE
People who are suitable for this job tends to be more
practical and love hands-on work. They like working
with plants, animals and real-world materials like
wood and tools.
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HOW TO BE ONE
43% of Civil Engineers said they
had a Bachelor's Degree
26% of them hold a Master's Degree
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