Civil Engineer
Engineering and architecture
NOC 21300
Filmed in 
Victoria
Corey, civil engineer and owner of Gwaii Engineering in Victoria, works with land surveyors and architects to plan, design and develop infrastructure. Corey’s clients are often private land developers but also First Nations communities. The most rewarding part of his job is servicing his community.

What to know

Annual Earnings
$106,950
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
University Degree
Job Openings
(2024-2034)
4,610

Top Skills

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Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

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Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

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Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Complex Problem Solving

Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.

Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.

Systems Analysis

Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations and the environment will affect outcomes.

Time Management

Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

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