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.
Propulsion Engineer, Sr Staff - SRM / Solid Rocket Motors - Remote Option
$161K - $299K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative missile propulsion solutions, overseeing supplier collaboration, and ensuring performance and safety standards are met. Drive technical planning and execution...
Reposted 2 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by leading a talented engineering team. Drive innovation in AI-assisted software development for healthcare solutions, ensuring quality, security, and ope...
5 days ago
Program Manager- Retail Banking Construction Programs (ATM, New Stores, Renovations)
$100K - $120K *
Manage and oversee retail banking construction programs, ensuring alignment with project goals. Collaborate with stakeholders, implement project management processes, and ensure compliance with qualit...
2 weeks ago
Senior Aerospace Estimation Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Transform customer specifications into precise, competitive quotes. Collaborate across engineering, operations, and sales to enhance pricing strategies and improve win rates while ensuring profitabili...
6 days ago
Senior Global Equipment & Technology Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's redefining food processing technology by leading equipment evaluation, design, and deployment. Collaborate globally to innovate and implement cutting-edge solutions that enhance eff...
3 weeks ago
Power Consultant Senior Project Manager
$154K - $278K *
Lead transformative energy projects by evaluating technologies, managing risks, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Help clients navigate the complexities of financial transactions and achiev...
Reposted 1 week ago
$140K - $187K *
Lead the charge in strategic and operational excellence for substation engineering, overseeing project execution, team development, and client relationships to drive growth and ensure high-quality del...
2 weeks ago
$272K - $344K *
Shape your career by leading a dynamic engineering team, driving collaboration across disciplines, and fostering a culture of growth and inclusion while managing critical production services in a full...
2 days ago
$206K - $257K *
Lead the charge in developing and mentoring a high-performing engineering team, driving collaboration across product and design to enhance our software solutions while fostering a culture of inclusion...
3 days ago
D&T Sr Project Management Consultant - Talent Community
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your project management career by leading a strategic platform within investor client coverage, enhancing client engagement and driving technology integration across CBRE's commercial real est...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Manufacturing Process Engineer-Heavy Equipment (Remote)
$107K - $147K *
Optimize manufacturing processes in heavy equipment production by leveraging Lean principles and advanced technologies; ensure efficiency and safety throughout the product lifecycle while collaboratin...
Reposted 2 days ago
Traveling General Superintendent - Mission Critical
$175K - $320K *
Champion mission-critical project delivery by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive financial performance and client satisfaction through strategic planning...
2 weeks ago
$139K - $208K *
Accelerate progress at a leading procurement organization by driving transformation, managing category strategies, and optimizing supplier performance. Collaborate across teams to deliver measurable v...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Infrastructure Solutions Engineer Senior Consultant II
$90K - $153K *
Empower engineering teams by driving enterprise-scale Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives. Design and build reusable automation solutions, establish standards, and collaborate across teams to tra...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer II- ECM Specialization
$56K - $114K *
Drive the development and support of innovative ECM solutions in an Agile environment, focusing on workflow automation and integration with enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional t...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion the success of enterprise clients by combining technical expertise and strong relationship management. Drive customer adoption and growth through hands-on troubleshooting, insightful analytic...
Reposted 2 days ago
Principal Engineer, Service Delivery - Networking
$122K - $174K *
Unlock your potential as you drive the deployment of cutting-edge networking solutions, ensuring exceptional service delivery and customer satisfaction through expert collaboration and proactive issue...
Reposted 1 week ago
$83K - $125K *
Unlock your potential as a Field Service Engineer, providing expert support for advanced metrology and inspection systems. Engage with customers, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive innovation in s...
1 week ago
Strategic Business Developer - Key Projects
$120K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team to drive strategic business development for large-scale construction projects, leveraging existing relationships and market insights to create long-term value and influence decisio...
2 days ago
$74K - $87K *
Transform client implementations by leading discovery, planning, and execution. Own project scope, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful adoption of solutions that align with business goals and...
1 week ago
Outside Sales Engineer (Direct Channel) - Linear Technologies
$90K - $110K *
Grow your career with a strategic sales role focused on expanding market presence and nurturing customer relationships. Drive business development and collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailo...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $160K *
Transform your career with a pivotal role in construction leadership, overseeing project execution, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards for successful project...
1 week ago
Senior DevOps Engineer (Active Secret Clearance)
$185K - $230K *
Advance your career by ensuring seamless performance of AI systems in diverse environments. Collaborate with customers and teams, automating and maintaining infrastructure for reliability across uncla...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Staff Product Success Architect
$171K - $300K *
Lead the charge in scaling AI adoption through strategic engineering, tackling complex deployments, and mentoring talent. Shape the future of the GAIL program by enhancing tooling, standards, and cust...
Reposted 1 week ago
$94K - $101K *
Transform the ECAD library by collaborating with engineers and PCB designers to create and maintain component representations, ensuring adherence to corporate guidelines and industry standards while s...
2 weeks ago
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.