Civil Engineering / Construction
You design and build what the world stands on: buildings, roads, bridges.
A practical engineering field with a secure job market. You combine design with delivery on the construction site. Good licences = good pay.
Is it for you?
This field usually suits people of the realistic and investigative type (RIASEC model). Maths and physics, technical thinking, work in the field and the office.
Salary (indicative, gross/month)
| Stage | Pay |
|---|---|
| Starting out | PLN 5-7k |
| With experience | PLN 10-20k |
These are indicative figures — real pay depends on city, company, specialisation and contract type.
Example jobs after this field
Pros
- A stable market and secure work
- A concrete profession with professional licences
- Good pay after gaining experience
- Work combines the office and the field
Cons
- Requires physics and maths
- Responsibility (structural safety)
- Site work can be demanding
Future and automation
Low, design and supervision are an engineer's job.
Alternative path
An engineering degree plus construction licences; related fields: surveying, environmental engineering.
First steps
- Check whether you enjoy physics and maths
- Look into the various specialities (structures, roads, installations)
- Learn what construction licences are
- Visit / watch a real construction site
Not sure if "Civil Engineering" is the right path for you?
Take the free 10-minute aptitude test (RIASEC model) and see how this field fits your strengths — compared with other paths.
Take the free test →Frequently asked questions
How long does Civil Engineering take?
Roughly about 3,5 years. Full-time public studies are usually free.
How much can you earn after Civil Engineering?
Indicatively PLN 5-7k starting out and PLN 10-20k per month with experience (gross). These are indicative figures depending on city and specialisation.
Who is Civil Engineering for?
Maths and physics, technical thinking, work in the field and the office. In the RIASEC model it best suits the realistic and investigative type.