The world relies on civil engineers to use their technical skills to develop and build the critical infrastructure needed for our modern lives. The work of civil engineers in designing, planning and constructing 21st century infrastructure enables continued progress.

Working civil engineers earn an average mid-career salary of $86,431.

 1 of every 4 licensed engineers in New Jersey is a NJIT graduate.

NJIT is a top 10 school for return on investment.

The online Master of Science in Civil Engineering offers instruction and learning opportunities with the convenience and flexibility of online delivery, so students can continue to work while going to school.

In addition to focusing on the core areas of transportation, construction and structure, this program is blueprinted to promote advanced engineering, management and leadership skills for the 21st century. You’ll learn how to apply concepts of management science, organizational behavior and legal issues to the technical aspects of civil engineering.

By leading the way in planning for 21st century infrastructure, students have the option to specialize in three fields: Structural Design & Construction, Transportation and Construction Management.

Common Professions

• Architectural and Engineering Manager
• Structural Engineer
• Civil Engineering Technician
• Urban Planner

Top Companies

• Lend Lease
• The Turner Corporation
• Mott MacDonald

Develop technical competence in the analysis, design and construction of structures and other civil infrastructure.

Examine current day models and concepts while applying your expanded knowledge of infrastructure engineering sciences.

Leverage capabilities of modern technologies and civil engineering practices to maximize efficiencies in your projects and on your teams.

According to sources like LinkedIn, there are a considerable number of opportunities in the New Jersey and New York region for careers based in civil engineering. Check out the average salaries for common professions:

average annual US salary

via Glassdoor

average annual US salary

via Glassdoor

average annual US salary

via Glassdoor

Give your engineering career the competitive edge by enrolling in an award-winning school for engineering and innovation:

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Programs accredited by ABET, AACSB, NAAB, CIDA and NASAD

Top 1% of Colleges for Return on Investment

Housed in the Newark College of Engineering, the interdisciplinary Online MS in Civil Engineering program prepares students to become pioneers and top industry leaders in the engineering field. The program allows students to specialize in three areas: Structural Design & Construction, Transportation and Construction Management, which equips students to work at the edge of innovation. 

Our career services office assists students with resume preparation and reaching out to companies in need of civil engineers. The career opportunities for civil engineers are huge - NJIT helps you make the most of them.

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