Summary Public Works Engineer in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Find key facts and figures about working as a public works engineer. The following information is applicable to all Civil engineers (NOC 21300).

Description

Civil engineers plan, design, develop and manage projects for the construction or repair of buildings, earth structures, powerhouses, roads, airports, railways, rapid transit facilities, bridges, tunnels, canals, dams, ports and coastal installations and systems related to highway and transportation services, water distribution and sanitation. They may also specialize in foundation analysis, building and structural inspection, surveying, geomatics and municipal planning. They are employed by engineering consulting companies, in all levels of government, by construction firms and in many other industries, or they may be self-employed.

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Requirements

University

This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

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Wages

$52.88/hour

Median wage in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

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Prospects

Good

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Jobs

18 jobs

advertised in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

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Competencies

  • Time Management
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Product Design
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Preventative Maintenance

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