5 Highest Paying Countries for Civil Engineers

In this article, we will look at the 5 highest paying countries for civil engineers. We have also discussed the global civil engineering market in another article. If you are interested in reading about that along with a more extensive list, head straight to the 20 Highest Paying Countries for Civil Engineers.

5. Ireland

Average Salary: $89,506

In 2023, civil engineering firms in Ireland were set to create around 8,000 jobs, a number that indicated a huge demand for skilled professionals in the field. Specifically in Cork, where population growth is projected to increase by 50-60% by 2040, the demand for civil engineers is even more pronounced. Ambitious infrastructure projects such as new light rail systems, roadways, and housing developments are underway to accommodate this expansion. Projects like the M22 Macroom bypass and upcoming ventures such as the M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy and the M2 Cork to Limerick highlight the pivotal role of civil engineers. A survey by Engineers Ireland also revealed that 71% of civil engineering companies intended to recruit in 2023. Owing to this crucial demand, the civil engineers in the country are very well-compensated.