Construction Civil Engineer plans designs and manages infrastructure projects like buildings bridges and roads from conception to completion. Key duties include conducting site investigations creating blueprints with CAD software managing budgets and schedules ensuring regulatory compliance and supervising on-site construction activities.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Planning & Design: Develop detailed blueprints structural designs and technical specifications using CAD tools.
Site Management: Conduct site investigations surveys and soil tests to determine project feasibility.
Project Oversight: Manage subcontractors workers and resources to ensure compliance with quality standards safety regulations and building codes.
Budgeting & Cost Estimation: Calculate labor material and equipment costs to create monitor and maintain project budgets.
Documentation & Reporting: Prepare reports permits and documentation regarding project status compliance and design changes.
Problem Solving: Resolve design discrepancies unforeseen site issues and technical conflicts.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related field.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD) structural modeling and project management tools.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methods materials and safety regulations.
Soft Skills: Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
Common Job Titles
Civil Site Engineer
Structural Engineer
Project Engineer (Construction)
Site Manager/Supervisor
Conducting surveys and gathering data for land development and construction projects. Designing and setting up survey systems including total stations and GPS receivers. Performing calculations and analyzing data to produce accurate survey reports.