Pros
Good pay: Skilled and qualified civil engineers often get to enjoy decent pay packages. The quality of the college from which one pursues the course plays and integral role in determining the salary package. Job availability: Civil engineering is a core branch of engineering. It is also called an evergreen branch. Most core branches generate better job opportunities (compared to other engineering branches). Chance to work abroad: This is especially true in cases of Gulf countries. Civil engineers are in huge demand over there. Pay package is also much better than what it is in India.
Cons
Long working hours: Many times, projects can be testing and challenging. Deadlines can be hard to meet. Such situations could often result in long and tough working hours. It is not uncommon to see civil engineers work in long shifts to see through projects. Hazards at work site: A project site hosts huge construction machinery, vehicles, building materials etc. Dust, sharp tools, pollution, fire and work accidents etc are common occurrences at many work sites