construction engineer
[/kənˈstrʌkʃən ˈɛndʒɪnɪr/]
nounpl: construction engineers
engenheiro civil de construção
1. A professional engineer who oversees, plans, and manages the construction of buildings, infrastructure, and other structures, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification
The construction engineer inspected the foundation work before the team proceeded to the next phase.
O engenheiro civil de construção inspecionou o trabalho de fundação antes da equipe prosseguir para a próxima fase.
2. A specialist with expertise in structural design, materials, project management, and safety protocols in construction projects
Our construction engineer has 15 years of experience managing large-scale residential projects.
Nosso engenheiro civil tem 15 anos de experiência gerenciando grandes projetos residenciais.
In Brazil, construction engineers are highly regulated professionals requiring specific university degrees and professional registration (CREA). In the USA and NYC, the term is widely used in the construction industry where engineers work closely with architects and contractors. The profession carries significant responsibility for safety and regulatory compliance in both cultures.
NYC Slang
site engineer, construction guy, build master
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