Civil Engineer Jobs in Florida

A Civil Engineer is an integral part of the engineering industry, responsible for designing, constructing, and overseeing the maintenance of infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and wastewater treatment plants. They perform various tasks such as conducting feasibility studies, developing detailed plans, estimating costs, and ensuring that projects comply with legal requirements and environmental guidelines. A Civil Engineer also plays a crucial role in making decisions on issues like traffic flow, water resource use, and urban development.

Important skills for a Civil Engineer include strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in using specialized software for designing and modeling infrastructure systems. They should also have excellent communication skills to effectively present their ideas and negotiate with clients and other professionals. The essential certifications for a Civil Engineer include a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license which requires a degree from an ABET-accredited program, four years of relevant work experience, and passing scores on two exams. Prior to becoming a Civil Engineer, individuals might work as a Civil Engineering Intern, Engineering Technician, or Junior Civil Engineer to gain practical experience and technical skills in the field.

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RIZZO International, Inc.

Structural Engineer

Engineering, structural emphasis Minimum 7 - 10 years practical experience in structural analysis and design Proficient with SAP2000, RISA 3D, STAAD.Pro, ANSYS, and AutoCAD E.I.T required, PE License...

Remote Work

Sr ITS Engineer

Full Time We are seeking a Sr. ITS Engineer for South Florida. The Sr. ITS Engineer will be responsible for the firm’s entire Freeway Division with a concentration on TSM&O, ITS, tolling and...

Building Engineer - Facilities

  • Miami, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Building Engineer - Facilities Job ID 227033 Posted 30-Jun-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Coral Gables - Florida - United...

Civil Engineer

  • St Augustine, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 1 day ago

Civil Engineer to join an award winning General Civil Engineering firm. This firm needs an engineer with Site Design experience. Projects are site design for various land developments....

Civil Engineer - Land Development

  • St Augustine, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 1 day ago

Our client is a local civil engineering and land surveying firm looking to add a Civil Engineer PM to their family-like team! They work projects of all sizes, and properly manage them....

Civil Engineer - Land Development

  • St Augustine, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 1 day ago

Our client is a local civil engineering and land surveying firm looking to add a Civil Engineer PM to their family-like team! They work projects of all sizes, and properly manage them....

Bridge Engineer

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities of the position will include: Performs structural analysis and design of bridges and other structures using industry-standard analysis and design software programs....

Heavy Civil Project Engineer

  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. is pleased to announce a career opportunity for a Project Engineer on the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) A-2 Reservoir...

Structural Design Engineer

  • Kennedy Space Center, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Kennedy Space Center, FL
  • 1 day ago

The Consolidated Operations, Management, Engineering and Test (COMET) contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing and launch...

Lead Structural Engineer -- Owner's Engineering Support

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

Essential skills and experience: This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's in Civil Engineering preferred) with structural engineering emphasis from an ABET Engineering...

Traffic Engineer

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago

Qualified Candidates should have: Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related field....

Structural Engineer

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 1 day ago

design or inspection () Familiarity with Florida Building Code and common structural systems Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, structural analysis software (e.g., RISA, STAAD), and Microsoft Office Strong...

Senior Civil Engineer

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

Experience with ICPR or other state approved modeling software. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or the ability to obtain Florida certification. 8-10 years of...

Civil Structural Engineer V

  • Kennedy Space Center, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Kennedy Space Center, FL
  • 1 day ago

Provide onsite technical guidance as needed for new or existing equipment/structures installation and/or modifications that require civil/structural engineer expertise....

Senior Roadway Engineer

  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 1 day ago

regarding these pursuits, participates in Parsons pursuit process, and may lead response to client requests for proposals/qualifications What Skills & Qualifications You'll Bring: 4-year degree in Civil...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.6%
Master's Degree
29.9%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
High School or GED
2.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Civil Engineers in Florida
4-6 years
28.6%
2-4 years
23.8%
None
23.8%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
4.8%
Less than 1 year
4.8%



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