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Step 1
Take as many mathematics and science courses as you can while in high school. A thorough knowledge of applied mathematics and physics is essential for anyone who wishes to become a construction engineer. Keep your grades high, as post-secondary education will be in your future.
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Step 2
Work construction jobs during the summers as you study. Amass experience in the execution of as wide a variety of construction projects as you can gain access to, as this will make your more marketable.
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Step 3
Familiarize yourself with the admission requirements of any college program in construction engineering that you can find. You should expect admission to be highly competitive, as there aren't many such programs offered in the United States and spaces are limited.
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Step 4
Pursue a general engineering degree in lieu of construction engineering if you are unable to gain admittance into a construction engineering degree program. If you have extensive construction experience, a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in physics may be an acceptable substitute.
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Step 5
Keep in mind that you'll need to be a licensed professional engineer (PE) to serve as a construction engineer on any project that will be open to public use. In the United States, the individual states are responsible for overseeing the granting of professional engineering licenses.
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Step 6
Become a licensed professional engineer by completing a standard Fundamentals of Engineering written examination. This exam will test your knowledge of the basic essentials of engineering principles. You may qualify for "Engineer-In-Training" status when you pass the Fundamentals exam, depending on what state you live in.
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Step 7
Gain the amount of experience required by your state's licensing board by working under a registered professional engineer. Usually, you'll need 4 years' worth to qualify to write your Principles and Practice in Engineering examination.
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Step 8
Write the Principles and Practice in Engineering specific to construction engineering to complete your training and licensure requirements. When you pass this exam, you will become a certified, state-licensed construction engineer.
