Explore Civil Engineer Jobs

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.

What Civil Engineers Do

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.

Common Civil Engineering Specialties

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Find Your Next Civil Engineer Role

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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a civil engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.