Civil Engineer job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Civil Engineer job summary
Our commercial architectural firm requires an experienced, highly technical Civil Engineer to join our team of design professionals. We’re a progressive, tight-knit company with significant expansion plans. We offer several opportunities for promotion if you meet our needs, especially if you have experience with concrete restoration. Our portfolio includes numerous high-profile clients, so if you are looking to expand your repertoire and improve your resume, this position is the perfect fit for you. Our firm primarily manages commercial projects in the industrial sector, so experience or knowledge of that area is a plus. The successful candidate will also be responsible for overseeing the engineering department.
Civil Engineer responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Analyze photographs, drawings and maps to inform the direction of projects as well as the overall budget constraints
- Ensure project feasibility through continual evaluation of structural integrity and design practicality
- Create designs that utilize a variety of materials
- Perform and adjust quantity calculations for practical and budgetary purposes
- Communicate with team members as well as customers and vendors to ensure maximum cohesion and fluidity on projects
- Forecast design and construction time frames
- Inspect project sites to ensure they meet relevant codes and are progressing properly
Civil Engineer qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- 10+ years’ civil engineering experience
- SE license highly desirable
- Extensive AutoCAD experience
- Highly developed team management and leadership skills
- Working knowledge of HydroCAD modeling