Building and Civil Engineering Technicians
28AI USED FOR28%moving to73%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£23,000 - £28,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY →
Building and Civil Engineering Technicians
Building and civil engineering technicians play a pivotal role in shaping the infrastructure of our cities and communities. Their expertise ensures that construction projects are not only feasible but also sustainable, making a significant impact on the UK's built environment and its future.
AI can do very little of this work today
Hands-on work, caring for people and dealing with the real world are among the hardest things to automate, and this job leans on them. We have not yet formally classified its moat, so we make no claim either way, but the exposure score speaks for itself.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior TechnicianIn this entry-level role, you will assist senior technicians and engineers in various tasks, gaining hands-on experience in site assessments and project documentation.£23,000 - £28,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level TechnicianAs a mid-level technician, you will take on more responsibility, managing specific aspects of projects and liaising with clients and contractors.£30,000 - £36,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior TechnicianIn this senior role, you will lead project teams, oversee complex projects, and ensure that all technical aspects are executed to the highest standards.£40,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.