Engineer yourself a job, with a salary going up at twice the rate of inflation

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has today launched the results of its 2005 Salary Survey. Compiled from over 2,500 responses, the report indicates that wages for young civil engineers has increased at twice the rate of inflation since 1999. The average basic salary for a new entrant to the profession is 22,000 and 25 ñ 34 year olds have a typical income of 29,000. It is likely that wages are rising due to fewer graduates joining the profession after university.



Colin Clinton (ICE President) states:

ìMarket forces are working to increase salaries for civil engineers. Demand for British civil engineering graduates is high and continues to grow across the world; but there is a supply side problem. Not enough graduates are entering the industry.î

However, engineering pays more than just financially. Unlike some professions, where wages are only high because the role is unrewarding, civil engineers are well paid and also enjoy their work. 75% state that they are satisfied as civil engineers. As their careers progress they become increasingly content. 53% of directors and partners go so far as to state that they are very satisfied.

Colin Clinton (ICE President) explains:

ìIt is no surprise that civil engineers love their jobs. It is a challenging role tackling solutions to the basic concerns of life: from clean water to power as well as exciting prestige projects such as Wembley Football Stadium and the Millau Viaduct in France. It is a well-respected industry with the opportunity to travel the world.î

Civil engineering is a fulfilling profession for those who have the ability to succeed. Salaries are increasing, making it the best time to start training to become a civil engineer.