CIVIL AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING By: Dulce Flores.

CIVIL AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERINGBy: Dulce Flores

JOB DESCRIPTION

Construction engineers are key cogs to successfully completing a construction project. The projects that they work on might include designing a drainage and sewage system, constructing a building or developing railroads or roadways. Construction engineers often focus on a specific type of construction project. Some of these specialties are:

•Building - commercial housing or business building •Electrical - electrical systems •Mechanical - plumbing, heating or air conditioning Construction engineers often use computers when producing

and analyzing their designs for a project. Their job requires being able to put together a good team to complete a project. They may have an engineering degree and some construction work experience, or they may obtain a bachelor's degree in construction engineering.

REQUIRED TRAINING- HIGH SCHOOL AND POST-SECONDARY

In terms of education, many employers want to hire civil engineering technicians with an associates degree or postsecondary education in civil engineering technology or engineering technology.

SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF A PERSON SUCCESSFUL IN THIS CAREER

Leadership Skills Visualization Communication Skills Technical Skills Project Management Critical Thinking Decision-making Skills Math Skills Writing Skills Organizational Skills

TYPICAL WAGES

Total Pay

Commission

Profit Sharing

Bonus

Salary

$46,083.00

$0.00

$396.32

$0.00

$46,801.00

$92,725

$13,809

$9,877

$6,811 $91,362

Typical Wages

To Series 3

JOB OUTLOOK

Engineering remains one of the highest-paying industries for college graduates. As of May 2014, civil engineers earned an average wage of $87,130 per year.

Construction engineers can work in a variety of areas within the construction industry, including contracting and design. Management training can lead to positions as a cost engineer, a project superintendent, an operations manager or a safety and design engineer.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

NSPE- National Society of Professional Engineers The National Society of Professional

Engineers (NSPE) is the recognized voice and advocate of licensed Professional Engineers. NSPE strengthens the engineering profession by promoting engineering licensure and ethics, enhancing the engineer image, and protecting PE’s legal rights at the national and state levels, publishing news of the profession, providing continuing education opportunities, and much more.

A JOB LISTING FOR THIS CAREER TO COMPANY NAME/LOCATION, JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES, EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

Name- Advanced American Construction, Inc.

Location- 8444 NW St. Helens Road

Portland, Oregon 97231

Job description/Responsibilities-

Civil Engineers

•Provide cost estimates for materials, equipment, or labor to determine a project's economic feasibility

•Use design software to plan and design transportation systems, hydraulic systems, and structures in line with industry and government standards

Construction engineers manage construction projects, ensuring that they are scheduled and built in accordance with the plans and specifications. They are typically responsible for design and safety of temporary structures used during construction.

Educational Requirements- Should load up on as many math and science courses available at your high school. Complete a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or one of its specialties.

Preferred Experience/Skills-Decision-making, math skills, organizational skills, problem-solving, and writing skills