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ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION & URBAN PLANNING

Civil Engineering Technologist and Technician

Shape the world by planning and designing essential infrastructure projects.

45 000 – 105 000 USD
Average salary / year
Post-secondary technical diploma or associate degree in civil engineering technology or related field
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Growing
Employability
Typically 2 years of post-secondary education combined with internships or practical experience enables entry into the profession.
Market tension
High
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Growing
Employability
Typically 2 years of post-secondary education combined with internships or practical experience enables entry into the profession.
Market tension
High
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
45 000 – 60 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
60 000 – 80 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
80 000 – 105 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Access to the profession is generally through graduation from technical programs in civil engineering technology, supplemented by internships or apprenticeships.

  • Certification such as NICET enhances employability.
  • Candidates with related experience in construction or drafting may also enter the field through additional technical training.

Training — United States

The formation relies on a professional curriculum oriented towards applied civil engineering technologies, combining theoretical knowledge with practical laboratory and fieldwork.

It typically requires completion of an associate degree or technical diploma from accredited institutions, focusing on construction materials, surveying, structural support, and environmental regulations.

The job market — United States

The job market exhibits strong demand driven by ongoing infrastructure projects and maintenance needs.

  • Employers span construction firms, government agencies, and environmental consultancies.
  • While remote work is limited due to fieldwork requirements, prospects remain positive with steady growth expected.

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