Engineering Managers primarily work in Professional, Scientific and Technical Services; Manufacturing; and Construction. Common duties include:
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manage engineering strategies, policies and plans
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interpret plans, illustrations and specifications, and provide advice on engineering methods and procedures to meet construction and production requirements
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establish project schedules and budgets
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ensure conformity with plans and specifications, and with laws, regulations and safety standards
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ensure engineering standards of quality, cost, safety, timeliness and performance are implemented
Employment for Civil Engineering Professionals experienced massive growth in the past 5 years and is expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years from 22,900 in 2018 to 26,400 by 2023 or 13,000 job openings in over 5 years.
Engineering Managers are required to have bachelor’s degree, at least five years of relevant experience, and registration.