Foolbase:

8:00 am – 9:00 am
Arriving at work; picking up messages; making phone calls; discussing faxes.

9:00 am – 10:00 am
Working on small assignments; doing design reports.

10:00 am – 11:00 am
Working on AutoCAD; getting more information from supervisors.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Making phone calls; writing reports.

12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Lunch.

12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Reviewing daily commercial news; having a discussion with staff.

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Writing letters and reports.

2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Reviewing designs.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Discussing various issues with staff.

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Closing up the office; meeting with clients.

6:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Going home.

I like the variety of projects I’m involved with, ranging from private developments such as subdivisions [to] commercial projects such as fast food restaurants and gas stations to the construction of parks, trail systems, and river improvements.

Secondly, I enjoy the opportunities I have to talk to all kinds of people: contractors, developers, counsellors, homeowners, and other consultants.

Thirdly, I like the chances I have to travel, to get outside, from walking through forest valleys to downtown city streets.

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I often work long hours to keep projects on time and to meet our clients’ needs. They demand that our work be done to the highest quality, on time, and always within budget. Sometimes working late means breaking promises to my family, which doesn’t often go over well.

I also dislike the collection of fees from clients, especially if disputes aris

–Engineering can lead to a job in consulting, construction, or manufacturing industries. Versatility is the key to success in this business. Keep your eyes and your mind open to job opportunities, and start on your research early.