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Civil engineer | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Civil engineers design and manage construction projects, from bridges and buildings to transport links and sports stadiums.
Civil engineers typically work around 40 to 42 hours per week.
As a Civil engineer you will typically work evenings / weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 45,252 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Civil engineer
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45,423 GBP
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43,869 GBP
Average salary for full-time Civil engineer
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45,252 GBP
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Salary over time for Civil engineer
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40,703 GBP
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42,714 GBP
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42,254 GBP
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43,292 GBP
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42,873 GBP
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44,403 GBP
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45,252 GBP
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51,571 GBP
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50,454 GBP
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Future outlook for Civil engineers
Very good outlook
48 000+ jobs available 
Balanced outlook
3% yearly wage growth (on average)
Very good outlook
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Civil engineer and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Civil engineer.
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Science Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems
Writing Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Civil engineer. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Civil engineer interview
Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
