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OVERVIEW OF MAJOR EXAMPLES OF JOBS ACQUIRED BY Concordia University’s Department of Building, Civil CONCORDIA GRADUATES and Environmental Engineering offers a BEng in Building Engineering and a BEng in Civil The following job titles are representative of the Engineering. Both programs are also offered in the types of entry-level positions for which Concordia Co-operative format. The University offers a Master University students are qualified upon graduation. of/Magisteriate in Applied Science (Building Note that the numbers following each job title refer Engineering), Master of/ Magisteriate in Engineering to Canada’s National Occupational Classification (Building Engineering), a Doctor of/Doctorate in (NOC) code. For details on these titles go to Philosophy (Building Engineering) and a Graduate http://www5.hrsdc.gc.ca/NOC/ Certificate in Building Engineering. It also offers a Master of/Magisteriate in Applied Science (Civil • Building Inspector (2264) Engineering), a Master of/Magisteriate in • Building Envelope (2131) Engineering () and a Doctor • Building Restoration Specialist of/Doctorate in Philosophy (Civil Engineering). • (2131)

• For the latest information on programs, go to the Construction Manager (0711) • Department of Building, Civil and Environmental Engineer (2133) Engineering’s website at: • Draftsman (2255) http://www.bcee.concordia.ca/. • Field Engineer • Geotechnical Engineer (2144) Working in Quebec normally requires registration • Hydraulics Engineer (2131) with l'Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec • Infrastructure Engineer (http://www.oiq.qc.ca ), the professional corporation. • Junior Cost Controller Check with the Canadian Council of Professional • Junior Engineer (2274) kEngineers at http://www.peng.ca for requirements • Junior Planner in other provinces. • Junior Project Coordinator • Project Engineer (2131) • (0211, 0711) • Site Engineer (0711) • (2131) • Survey Engineer (2131) • Technical Sales Specialist (6221) • Test Engineer (2133) • Transportation Engineer (2131) SGW: 2070 Mackay, EN 109, 514-848-2424 ext.7345 LOY 7141 Sherbrooke St. W., AD 103, 514-848-2424 ext. 7345 © 2014 Career and Planning Services (CAPS), Student Success Centre

• CELEBRATED CIVIL & BUILDING Traffic Engineer (2131) • John Roebling. Designed the Brooklyn Bridge. Civil University Professor (4121) • Urban Planner (2153) Engineer • Water Management Engineer (2131)

C. J. Mackenzie. Canadian. 1st President of Atomic • Water Treatment Engineer (2131)

Energy of Canada. POTENTIAL WORK SETTINGS

Richard Birdsall Rogers. Canadian. Designer of A large percent of civil and building engineers work for government agencies and consulting firms. Many Peterborough Lift Lock. others work in construction, transportation,

Pat Galloway. 1 st Female President of American telecommunications, manufacturing, oil companies and utilities. To research specific employers who Society of Civil Engineers. hire those in the field, there are many resources Hans Albert Einstein. Professor of Hydraulic available in such locations as the Career Resource Centre, the Webster Library, Vanier Library and the Engineering. Son of Albert Einstein. Internet.

• Aerospace Industry MORE JOB TITLES • Air Transport Industry The titles below are not meant to be exhaustive but • Architectural Firms are representative of fields which those in civil and • Colleges and Universities building engineering pursue. Keep in mind that some • Construction Companies occupations require further education (e.g., a higher • Distribution Systems Firms degree, second degree, diploma). Note that the • Education numbers following each job title refer to Canada’s • National Occupational Classification (NOC) code. Engineering Firms For details on these titles go to • Environmental Engineering http://www5.hrsdc.gc.ca/NOC/. Firms • Factories • Administrator (1224) • • Aerospace Engineer (2146) Firms • (2151) • Government Bodies • Army Officer/Field Engineer (6464) (Municipal, Federal, • Building Engineer (2131) Provincial) • Cartographer (2255) • High Tech Industry • City Planner (2153) • Insurance Companies • Concrete Engineer (2131) • Irrigation and Drainage • Development Engineer • Marketing/ Sales and • Geologist (2113) Management Companies • Hazardous Waste Specialist (2263) • Military • Highway Engineer (2131) • Multinational Settings • Housing Construction Manager (0711) • Non-profit Organizations • Hydrologist (2113) • Petrochemical Industry • Independent Consultant • Planning and Design Firms • Industrial Engineer (2141) • Power Plants • Industrial Traffic Manager (0211) • Real Estate Companies • Landscape Architect (2152) • Retail Organizations • Military Engineer (2131) • Software Houses • Natural Resources Manager (4161) • Waste Management Systems • Oceanographer (2113) • Waterways, Ports and Harbor • Principal Engineer • Production Engineer (2141) • Public Works Engineer (2131) • Researcher (2115) • Sanitary Engineer (2131) • Staff Engineer • Surveyor/ Mapper (2154) SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS Engineering Institute of Canada Civil and building engineering professionals require http://www.eic-ici.ca/ mathematical, scientific, communication, problem Provides information on continuing education and solving skills and the ability to visualize spatial professional development opportunities. Also offers relationships In addition, students will find the a job board allowing you to search job openings following skills, interests, values and other across Canada. characteristics valuable for succeeding in the field. Engineers Canada • Ability to Conduct Scientific Research and http://www.engineerscanada.ca/ Interpret Scientific Data The International Engineering Graduates section is • Ability to Work Independently aimed at international students and provides • Communication Skills (Written and Oral) information on immigrating as an engineer to • Computer Skills Canada. Explore Women in Engineering as well as • Creativity and Imagination Career Focus. • Curiosity • Decision Making/ Problem Solving IEEE Canada http://www.ieee.ca • Enjoyment of Outdoors Besides its technical journal, the Canadian division • Flexibility of this worldwide organization offers a general • Good Technical Skills interest magazine, electronic newsletter, annual • High Ethical Standards conference, financial aid and web services. • Interest in Seeing Ideas into Practical Use Concordia University’s branch of IEEE Canada • Keen Observation/ Accuracy offers a chance for students to develop leadership • Keeping Current with New Trends skills. • Leadership Skills • Patience Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec • Public Dealing Skills http://www.oiq.qc.ca • Reliability Click Student for information on the benefits of a • Responsibility and Organization student membership in Quebec’s professional • Sound Judgment engineering corporation. Membership in such • Speed of Closure professional associations is a great way to make • Team Playing Skills contacts, uncover jobs and advance your career. • Willingness to Relocate INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION AND OTHER American Society of Civil Engineers http://www.asce.org/ LINKS Includes much of interest to those entering the field Making wise career decisions requires exploring – volunteerism, mentoring, career resources, salary your field. A multitude of Internet sites and other surveys and job listings. resources will help you do this to the best of your ability. Professional association sites, in particular, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and are very useful for their career descriptions and job Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) hunting tips. Moreover, these authoritative sites https://www.ashrae.org frequently provide links to Internet sites which Site affords opportunities to keep up to date with announce job openings and list potential employers. trends in the field and network with professionals. A few recommended sites are included below. Society has a Montreal chapter. Start by exploring

the Student Zone and Young Engineers in ASHRAE. CANADIAN Canadian Society for Civil Engineering National Society of Professional Engineers http://www.csce.ca/ http://www.nspe.org/ Look into how you might get involved in the Try Career Center for the following sections: Job organization to enhance career opportunities. Click Board, Salary Information and Mentoring Programs. on Student under Membership to get started.

Concordia University Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering http://www.bcee.concordia.ca/ Under Programs heading, click What is Building Engineering and/or What is Civil Engineering. CREATE YOUR AMAZING CAREER – CAREER RESROUCE CENTRE TITLES For those who need more help with their career and educational planning, the Career Resource Centre (CRC) offers books, pamphlets, DVDs and recommended Internet sites. It is located in the Hall Building, H-440, at 1455 de Maisonneuve Blvd. West. The following titles are just a few of the titles available in the CRC. Beyond Talent: Creating a Successful Career in Music

• Ace the IT Interview • Building a Winning Career in Engineering • Career Opportunities in Engineering • Career Success in Engineering • Careers in Construction Panel Discussion – DVD format • The Engineer’s Career Guide • Expert Resumes for Engineers • 50 Carrières de la construction et du bâtiment • Ready for Takeoff! A Winning Process for Launching Your • Engineering Career • Resumes for Engineering Careers • So You Want to Be an Engineer? • What Every Engineer Should Know About Career Management