career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3022 | 11-3061 |
| title | Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 17-3022.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 11 |
| tot emp | 62,130 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 68,450 | 150,630 |
| a median | 64,200 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 43,550 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 51,730 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 79,550 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 97,840 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 32 | 72 |
| h median | 30 | 67 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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