Overview

If you’re a creative, communicative problem-solver, civil engineering may be your dream job. Plan and supervise the construction and maintenance of Ontario’s largest infrastructure projects.

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Skills You’ll Need

  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Ability to take a big-picture perspective
  • … Without losing attention to detail
  • Leadership
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What You’ll Do

  • Design major civil projects (including buildings, bridges, and water management systems)
  • Develop construction specifications to meet regulatory requirements
  • Monitor air, water, and soil quality
  • Create procedures to clean up contaminated sites
  • Analyze survey and field data
  • Prepare reports at all stages of the process
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Role Requirements

To become a Civil Engineer, you’ll need to:

  • Get a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related discipline
  • Receive licensure from a provincial association of professional engineers

How To
Get Started

Ready to become a Civil Engineer in Ontario’s water and wastewater industry? We’ve got you covered. Here’s what happens next.

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Find a College Program

Get the education you need by completing a Civil Engineering program at one of Ontario’s accredited institutions.

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Gain Experience

Check out A Single Drop’s job board to see who’s hiring new graduates in your area.

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Get Your License

After you get at least 48 months of engineering experience, you’re eligible for more opportunities. Apply for a P.Eng. (professional engineer) license by contacting Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO). If your undergraduate degree is in technology or another field, consider applying for PEO’s Limited License.

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What
Ontarians
Are Saying

“It is a highly essential and rewarding field with many opportunities. Whether you prefer office work or fieldwork, there is a role for you. It allows you to have a direct, positive impact on communities.”

Alessandro Rabito
Civil Engineer Technology Student

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