What exactly does a civil engineer do?
Asked by xoil1321321432423
I know they are involved in building, but I do not understand the specifics of the profession.

Best Answer:
Here's what the US Dept of Labor has to say: "Civil engineers design and supervise the construction of roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, bridges, and water supply and sewage systems. They must consider many factors in the design process, from the construction costs and expected lifetime of a project to government regulations and potential environmental hazards such as earthquakes. Civil engineering, considered one of the oldest engineering disciplines, encompasses many specialties. The major specialties are structural, water resources, construction, environmental, transportation, and geotechnical engineering. Many civil engineers hold supervisory or administrative positions, from supervisor of a construction site to city engineer. Others may work in design, construction, research, and teaching." Hope that helps!
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos027.htm#nature -- Link to above quote
Answered by TradeMark Express

takes charge of construction sites... "CIVIL "
Answered by Luwellyn

walk around, look up and look down with a clipboard holding in his/her hand. then back to the office and play Yahoo answers!!
Answered by IwannaKnow

visit www.indiatimes.com/careers
Answered by marshal_imran

Bridge Design, roadway design, tunnel design, highways/freeways design, water-drainage system design, sewer treatment plan design, Environmental Impact Statements (depending on the individuals interest), traffic signal and intersection design -- the list goes on and on. Site-planning, facilities operations & mainentance, Marine facilities design & more!
Answered by kramback123