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.
Geotechnical Engineer- Hybrid in Pittsburgh, PA (candidates must live in Pittsburgh)
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical engineering by overseeing project analysis and design. Contribute your expertise to investigations, data evaluation, and mentoring while ensuring...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading electrical design projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with standards and codes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, constr...
6 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Transform electrical engineering projects by leading design and analysis from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with standards a...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining electrical design for power systems. You'll manage projects from scoping to construction, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering high-quality designs and sup...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive the future of electrical design by leading medium- and low-voltage projects, ensuring compliance with standards and codes while delivering high-quality, constructible packages. Collaborate acros...
6 days ago
Structural Project Designer - Nuclear
$94K - $143K *
Lead the charge in developing structural designs using advanced modeling software. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to create detailed drawings and resolve design challenges, ensuring timely...
1 week ago
Structural Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear
$145K - $222K *
Drive structural engineering excellence by leading a talented team, guiding complex projects in nuclear facility design and analysis, and collaborating with clients to innovate sustainable energy solu...
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Project Manager - Gas Utilities
$114K - $150K *
Empower your career by leading impactful projects in gas and electrical systems. Utilize your engineering expertise and project management skills to ensure timely, budget-friendly, and high-quality ou...
3 days ago
Electrical/Solar Engineer- June 2027
$77K - $93K *
Join us to design and generate construction documents for commercial and industrial solar PV systems, ensuring technical accuracy and detailed specifications while collaborating with clients and stake...
4 days ago
Assistant Project Civil Engineer
$76K - $98K *
Contribute to innovative civil engineering projects by designing stormwater management systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions while ensuring compliance...
3 weeks ago
Senior Field Engineer, Data Center Design and Engineering
$320K - $405K *
Transform the future of data center engineering by resolving on-site technical issues, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and communication...
1 week ago
Electrical Design Engineer (Intermediate)
$85K - $105K *
Elevate your career by leading electrical design projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with clients. This role offers the chance to enhance your expertise while contributing to impac...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $170K *
Deliver exceptional project management for complex HVAC installations, ensuring timely execution and high-quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and resolve technica...
4 weeks ago
$74K - $95K *
Elevate project delivery by leveraging VDC expertise in design analysis, coordination, and BIM technologies. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes throughout the design-build cycle, ensuring su...
2 weeks ago
Electrical Engineer- FAA Site Surveys
$63K - $111K *
Advance infrastructure projects by leveraging electrical engineering expertise in design, analysis, and field investigations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and support...
1 week ago
$140K - $200K *
Inspire growth by leading a dynamic machinery team, driving business development, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance client relationships and project success while ensuring high-quality...
4 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative remedial systems design solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, providing technical leadership and strategic direction for diverse environmental p...
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SR ENGINEER, CONTRACT MANAGEMENT GROUP
$79K - $122K *
Transform public infrastructure by leading engineering projects, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance transportation systems and utilities while providin...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Engineer - Design Services
$79K - $122K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative municipal engineering solutions. You'll manage complex projects, oversee data analysis, and provide technical support while collaborating with int...
1 week ago
$200K *
Shape the future of underground engineering by leading tunnel and trenchless projects. Leverage your extensive experience to manage teams, develop proposals, and enhance client relationships while ens...
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$88K - $105K *
Champion innovative energy solutions by developing Energy Conservation Measures and Facility Improvement Measures. Collaborate with teams to analyze utility consumption, create project timelines, and...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Transform your career by providing mechanical engineering expertise for hypersonic weapons systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and lifecycle sustainment of...
5 days ago
$119K - $143K *
Elevate public infrastructure by leading critical capital projects, overseeing design and delivery from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, cost-effective outcomes while ma...
5 days ago
Sr. Mechanical Engineer | Data Center
$120K - $160K *
Empower innovation in mission-critical mechanical engineering, guiding teams and clients in data center solutions. Leverage expertise to enhance project outcomes and foster collaboration across discip...
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Project Manager - Capital Planning
$90K - $120K *
Optimize building assessments and capital projects while leading teams and managing client relationships. Oversee project scopes, budgets, and timelines to deliver impactful outcomes in a collaborativ...
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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.