Is being a civil engineer a good fit for you?
Plans, designs and oversees the building of things like roads, railways, airports, bridges and dams.
What the work involves
- Directs engineering work to meet environmental, safety and legal rules.
- Inspects project sites to check progress, design, safety and sanitation.
- Manages and directs construction, operations or maintenance at project sites.
- Calculates loads, slopes, water flow and material stress to set design specifications.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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