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City of Norwalk, CT

Assistant Civil Engineer

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$103K - $109K/yr

Selects and applies standard civil engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to a variety of public works planning, construction, design and land surveying projects; provides technical ...

City of Norwalk

Assistant Civil Engineer

Norwalk, CT

$103K - $109K/yr

Selects and applies standard civil engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to a variety of public works planning, construction, design and land surveying projects; provides technical ...

City of Cerritos, CA

Assistant Civil Engineer

Cerritos, CA · On-site

$8.3K - $10K/mo

Under direction of the Assistant City Engineer, prepares plans, specifications and cost estimates ... PC based programs for civil engineering design, database management, and word processing. * Traffic ...

City of Cerritos

Assistant Civil Engineer

Cerritos, CA

$8.3K - $10K/mo

Watch Here Under direction of the Assistant City Engineer, prepares plans, specifications and cost ... PC based programs for civil engineering design, database management, and word processing. Traffic ...

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How much do assistant civil jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant civil in the United States is $82,416.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,500.00 and $97,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are considered civil assistant jobs?

Civil assistant jobs typically involve supporting civil engineers and project managers in tasks such as drafting plans, preparing reports, conducting site inspections, and managing documentation. These roles often require knowledge of construction materials, surveying tools, and relevant safety standards, and may require certifications like OSHA or a related diploma.

What is the difference between Assistant Civil vs Civil Engineer?

AspectAssistant CivilCivil Engineer
Required CredentialsDiploma or associate degree in civil engineering or related fieldBachelor's degree in civil engineering or higher
Work EnvironmentAssists in project tasks, site supervision, and documentationDesign, planning, project management, and overseeing construction
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction firms, government agencies, consulting companiesEngineering firms, construction companies, government departments

Assistant Civil roles typically involve supporting civil engineering projects through site assistance and documentation, requiring diplomas or associate degrees. Civil Engineers handle design, planning, and project management, requiring a bachelor's degree. Both roles are integral to construction projects but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

Which assistant civil service job is best?

The best assistant civil service job depends on individual career goals, but roles such as Assistant Engineer or Assistant Planner are often considered desirable due to their stability, government benefits, and opportunities for advancement. These positions typically require relevant technical skills, certifications, and adherence to civil service exam requirements. Factors like work environment, specialization, and promotion prospects also influence the suitability of a particular role.
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Infographic showing various Assistant Civil job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,416 per year, or $39.6 per hour.

Assistant Civil Engineer - Aerospace & Industrial (Fort Worth / Dallas)

Burns & McDonnell

Fort Worth, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Burns & McDonnell rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 80 rated construction

Job description

The Assistant Civil Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Civil Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting civil plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

  • Assists in the civil design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Assists in designing civil components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil engineering services industry.
  • Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers. 
  • Assists with compiling studies and reports.
  • Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
  • Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required.
  • Or Bachelor's degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
  • Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
  • Basic knowledge in standard civil engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Basic computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and civil analysis programs.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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