Find civil engineering opportunities that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Browse vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, from senior technical positions to engineering management. Civil engineers help plan, design, build, and maintain the infrastructure communities depend on, including roads, bridges, water systems, buildings, and transportation networks.
Civil engineers apply engineering principles to infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. Depending on the role, they may develop plans and specifications, evaluate sites, analyze structural or transportation systems, coordinate with architects and contractors, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure work meets safety and regulatory requirements. Many positions also involve sustainability, resilience, and the use of digital design and modeling tools.
Career paths may focus on structural, transportation, geotechnical, water resources, environmental, construction, or municipal engineering. Senior civil engineers often lead complex projects, review technical work, manage client relationships, or supervise multidisciplinary teams. Specialized knowledge and professional credentials can help candidates qualify for advanced roles.
Employers commonly seek a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, relevant project experience, and familiarity with design and analysis software. Depending on the position and location, a Professional Engineer (PE) license may be required or preferred. Strong communication, collaboration, project management, and problem-solving skills are valuable, particularly for roles involving clients, public agencies, or construction teams.
Explore civil engineer openings on Ladders, including vetted positions with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by specialization, seniority, location, and employer to identify roles aligned with your expertise and next career move.
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Optimize integration solutions for advanced analytics platforms, ensuring secure and efficient data interoperability across cloud and on-premises environments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams...
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Help us shape the future of infrastructure by leveraging your cost estimating expertise in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, empowering positive community impact through precise project contro...
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Electrical Superintendent - Construction
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Shape successful project outcomes as an on-site leader, managing labor productivity, safety compliance, and project coordination to ensure plans align with scope and budget, while working collaborativ...
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Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software delivery. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous impro...
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Senior Architect (Mission Critical)
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Drive high-stakes architectural design for complex technology projects, ensuring innovative solutions from concept through execution while collaborating with leading global firms in a multidisciplinar...
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Field Construction Project Manager - Substation
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Optimize project outcomes by managing electric utility substation construction. Ensure compliance with safety, budget, and scheduling goals while coordinating effectively with contractors and stakehol...
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Product Engineer II - Utility Solutions
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Drive the design and development of geospatial solutions for utilities, enhancing operations and services across multiple industries, including electric, gas, and telecommunications, while collaborati...
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Champion power system analysis by conducting modeling for transmission planning studies, ensuring compliance with NERC standards, and delivering high-quality technical reports while managing multiple...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud infrastructure by leading engineering efforts for a cutting-edge Operational Decisioning Platform. Drive innovation, enhance developer experience, and en...
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Transform the future of government contracting by leading cost estimation efforts. Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance and accuracy in bids for civil and infrastructure projects, utili...
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Innovate and lead BIM standards for electrical systems while ensuring effective VDC execution. Collaborate with trade contractors and design teams to optimize workflows, enhance model quality, and cap...
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Create impactful data solutions by leading a cross-functional team in managing high-priority IT projects for federal clients. Drive collaboration and ensure project success through effective communica...
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Lead the charge in managing complex data center projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to foster relationships and drive strategic improvements while e...
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Lead and optimize project management efforts, ensuring safety and efficiency while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive strategic improvements and mentor diverse teams to achie...
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Senior Supervising Process Engineer
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Drive innovation and strategic leadership in wastewater treatment and reuse projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable, cutting-edge engineering solutions while fostering client...
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Accelerate your career by driving technical solutions and proposals for engineered equipment. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to ensure customer satisfaction and secure new business oppor...
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Lead the execution of design and construction for EV charging sites, managing projects from development to commissioning. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, safe, and budget-compliant delivery o...
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Senior Design Director - Digital Infrastructure & Mission Critical Facilities
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Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex infrastructure projects. Manage all phases from planning to operational readiness, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while fostering team deve...
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Industrial Engineer, Project Engineering - Remote US
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Drive the design and implementation of innovative warehouse solutions, optimizing operational workflows and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...
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Industrial Engineer, Project Engineering - Remote US
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Join us to lead innovative warehouse solutions, optimizing operations and implementing automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success while adhering to safety and qualit...
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Empower innovation as you design and develop industrial products, coordinate projects, and support technical sales. Collaborate with teams to create efficient solutions from concept to installation, e...
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Contribute to project success by managing costs, overseeing bids, and fostering strong client relationships. Engage with diverse teams to ensure transparency and effective communication throughout the...
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Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that fosters collaboration and growth. Engage in cost management, support project success, and build lasting relationships while advancing your career in a v...
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Systems Engineer, Manager - Operations
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Champion a team of analysts to enhance enterprise infrastructure services, ensuring reliable support and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive c...
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Drive high-voltage transmission line design projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to execute technical tasks, prepare documentation, and enha...
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What does a civil engineer do?
Civil engineers plan, design, and oversee infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, buildings, water systems, and transportation networks. Their work may include analysis, design, permitting, construction oversight, and maintenance planning.
What qualifications are commonly required for civil engineer jobs?
Many roles require a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related discipline and relevant project experience. Some positions require or prefer a Professional Engineer (PE) license, especially when the engineer is responsible for approving or overseeing regulated work.
What specialties are available in civil engineering?
Common specialties include structural, transportation, geotechnical, water resources, environmental, construction, and municipal engineering. Senior professionals may also move into project management, consulting, or engineering leadership.
How can I find civil engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional civil engineering roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing’s location, responsibilities, seniority, and qualifications to find a strong match.