Navy Rating · Engineering
653X Civil Engineering Corps LDO
Overview
Civil Engineer Corps Limited Duty Officers support the expeditionary warfighting capability and readiness of Naval Expeditionary Forces through leadership and technical proficiency. They may serve in engineering positions afloat and ashore across the naval construction and public works communities.
Core Skills
- construction and facilities management
- civil engineering project oversight
- operations and maintenance management
- budgeting and resource allocation
- quality control and inspections
- safety and environmental compliance
- training and leadership of technical teams
- strategic planning and readiness management
- risk assessment and mitigation
- logistics and supply coordination for construction units
Civilian Software & Tools
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Bentley MicroStation
- Autodesk Revit
- Microsoft Project
- Procore software
- Microsoft Excel
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Management
- Facilities Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
- Certified Professional Constructor (CPC)
- Commercial Building Inspector: B2
- Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC)
- Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP)
Career Growth
- Building Plans Examiner: B3
- Certified Associate Construction Manager (CACM)
- Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP)
- Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA)
- Certified Cost Professional (CCP)
What the Work Involves
- Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects.
- Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
- Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
- Manage and direct the construction, operations, or maintenance activities at project site.
- Review and interpret plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, or construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
Related Occupations
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
- Project Management Specialists
- Industrial Engineers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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