• Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
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  • Architecture and Construction
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 55,330
    $37,630 range bar $74,720
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    Slow Growing
  • Civil engineering technologists and technicians help civil engineers plan, design, and build highways, bridges, utilities, and other infrastructure projects. They also help to plan, design, and build commercial, industrial, residential, and land development projects.

What do they typically do

  • Read and review project drawings and plans to determine the sizes of structures
  • Confer with engineers to prepare plans
  • Develop plans and estimate costs for constructing systems and operating facilities
  • Use computer aided design (CAD) software to draft project drawings
  • Conduct field surveys to collect data on site conditions and inspect structures
  • Test appropriateness of construction materials and soil samples
  • Observe project sites to ensure that construction conforms to design specifications and applicable codes
  • Prepare reports and document project activities and data
  • Set up and help maintain project files and records

Number of Jobs

Average Annual
Job Growth +0.6%
Job Openings 318

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