As a Civil Engineer, you design and build public structures such as bridges, roads, airports, dams and water supply systems. You estimate the cost of building such structures and oversee their construction. You also maintain these structures and repair them if they are physically damaged.

As a Civil Engineer, you will have to:

• Deal patiently with customers who change their mind (many do!)
• Ensure the safety of a building or structure
• Ensure that your calculations are done properly

As a Civil Engineer, you may get to:

• Work for yourself after a while and make a good income
• See your buildings come together one step at a time - from nothing!
• Benefit your community through solid engineering

• You need a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field to start career as a Civil Engineer. You gain practical work experience while studying for this degree, and this experience is very helpful in your career later.