Occupation
Civil engineering technologist
Civil engineering technologists support the design, testing, and construction of infrastructure such as roads, water systems, bridges, and site works. They run calculations and drawings under an engineer's direction, carry out materials testing, and inspect work on site against the specification. The role sits between the design office and the construction site.
Also known as: Civil engineering technician · Civil technologist · Infrastructure technologist
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Part of Architecture, construction and infrastructure
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What the work involves
Prepare design drawings, layouts, and details for roads, drainage, earthworks, or structures in CAD.
Run routine design calculations and quantity take-offs under an engineer's supervision.
Sample and test soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt and record the results.
Inspect construction work against the specification and report non-conforming work.
Collect site data such as levels, cross-sections, and as-built dimensions.
Compile inspection, test, and progress records for the project file.
Entry-route stepper
How people commonly enter
A college diploma or advanced diploma in civil engineering technology.
A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology.
A technician apprenticeship or employer trainee route combining site work with part-time study.
Progression from surveying or construction with added technical qualifications and certification.
Typical training: Certificate or college diploma
Licensing: Certification common, not usually required
Work-context map
Typical work context
- Client sites
- Desk based
- Outdoors
- Team based
- Lab or workshop
Client sites · Desk based · Outdoors · Team based · Lab or workshop
Related interests
- Realistic (hands-on)
- Investigative (analytical)
- Conventional (organizing)
Realistic (hands-on) · Investigative (analytical) · Conventional (organizing)
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