Civil Engineer Corps Officer

Civil Engineer Corps Officer – U.S. Navy Build the world. Build your career. Build the future.

Every year, the U.S. Navy invests billions into construction projects that support its high-tech fleet of ships, aircraft, bases, and personnel. At the center of these projects is the Civil Engineer Corps (CEC)—a talented group of engineers who plan, design, and lead construction efforts around the globe.

If you’ve ever dreamed of managing large-scale, high-impact engineering projects while serving your country, the opportunity to become a Navy Civil Engineer awaits.

As a Navy Civil Engineer Corps Officer, you’ll gain hands‑on leadership and technical experience across multiple disciplines:

• Lead construction of everything from runways and bridges to ports and facilities.
• Supervise and manage utilities and other critical infrastructure.
• Direct skilled Seabee construction teams on missions worldwide.
• Oversee contracts worth millions and serve as the Navy’s point of contact with civilian contractors.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and approve completed projects.

You could focus in:

• Contract Management – overseeing civilian contractors and multimillion‑dollar projects.
• Public Works – running shore facilities as large as cities, from utilities to repairs.
• Construction Battalions (Seabees) – leading up to 600 enlisted Seabees on construction in support of both humanitarian relief and military missions.

From day one, you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary with regular raises and allowances
• Comprehensive healthcare (medical and dental)
• Housing allowance
• Retirement plan with pension after 20 years
• 30 days paid vacation annually

• Opportunities for fully funded master’s and doctoral degrees at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS)
• Support for professional licensure (PE, RA)
• Post‑9/11 GI Bill and Tuition Assistance Program
• Leadership and management training unmatched in the private sector

• Bachelor’s degree (civil, mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field preferred)
• 19‑36 yrs (waivers considered on a case‑by‑case basis)
• Willingness to serve as a commissioned Navy Officer

Navy Civil Engineers serve worldwide—on bases, in shipyards, at ports, and on deployment. Whether rebuilding after natural disasters, managing projects stateside, or leading Seabees abroad, your work will make a tangible impact every day.

Ready to take on projects that matter—and a career that stands apart?

Apply today to learn more about becoming a Navy Civil Engineer Corps Officer.