Civil Engineering

A civil engineering degree prepares you for work in the construction industry as well as in the broader

COMMON JOB TITTLES FOR CIVIL ENGINEER

  • Building control surveyor
  • Consulting civil engineer
  • Contracting civil engineer
  • Site engineer
  • Structural engineer
  • Water engineer

Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

  • Building services engineer
  • Engineering geologist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Patent attorney
  • Quantity surveyor

 

INDUSTRIES WHERE CIVIL ENGINEERS ARE EMPLOYED

Civil and structural engineers work in a range of sectors, particularly the construction sector, on buildings of all kinds, transport and communications infrastructure. This includes bridges, roads, tunnels, canals and other large structures. they likewise work in the oil and gas, Telecommunication and power industries where they help in setting up infrastructures. They also work for employers involved in the production, storage and distribution of electricity, gas and water.

Civil engineers are employed by a wide range of contractors and consultancies and also work in-house for a variety of national and multinational organisations. There are many opportunities in the public sector, with local authorities, government departments and environmental organisations, where engineers are often involved in setting project specifications and drafting tender documents. Opportunities are available with employers both in the Nigeria and overseas.

 

SKILLS FOR YOUR CV

Civil engineers are in demand for their technical and subject-specific knowledge and understanding. With a sound grasp of science, mathematics and technology, you can design, create and build structures efficiently, making best use of available resources and techniques. Through realistic construction-based group projects, you gain practical experience of applying your engineering judgement and working successfully with others.

The skills gained by studying civil engineering are also sought after by employers in many other job areas. These include a creative approach to problem-solving, critical thinking and the ability to interpret data, numeracy, IT and communication skills, analytical and decision-making abilities, and an awareness of ethical issues.

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