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Content: Civil engineers also perform experiments, whether that's testing soils to determine the strength of a project's foundation or assessing building materials to determine whether, for instance, concrete or asphalt would work best for a certain project. They also need financial acumen, since they provide cost estimates for equipment and labor, as well as knowledge of software programs for use in planning and designing systems and structures. Civil engineering is a broad field. Specialties include architectural, structural, transportation, traffic, water resources and geotechnical engineering. Environmental engineering is another specialty, and it uses engineering principles to both protect the health of nature and people. Civil engineers may work for state or local governments or in the private sector at consulting or construction firms. Some civil engineers hold supervisory or administrative positions, while others pursue careers in design, construction or teaching. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 1.7 percent employment growth for civil engineers between 2019 and 2029. In that period, an estimated 5,500 jobs should open up. READ MORE
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