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Construction Project Engineer - 12N Horizontal Construction Engineer (94576) at U.S. Army Reserves

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Job Description

12N Horizontal Construction Engineer

Job Overview:

As a Horizontal Construction Engineer, you'll operate heavy construction equipment like bulldozers, tractors, backhoes, cranes, excavators, and road graders to help pave the way for fellow Soldiers and to make room for construction projects. Without safe roads to travel, it's hard for Soldiers to move around, especially in unfamiliar territory. You'll also assist Army engineers to analyze construction site needs and transport heavy construction equipment from one site to another.

Requirements

  • A U.S. Citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card
  • 17 to 34 Years Old
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Meet Tattoo Guidelines
  • No Major Law Violations
  • No Medical Concerns

Testing & Certifications

  • 100 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available
  • 10 weeks of Basic Training
  • 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
  • 85 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM)

Skills You'll Learn

  • Vehicle Operations
  • Maintenance & Repairs
  • Engines & Machinery

More To Consider

The Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) can reduce the length of your initial training and streamline your assignment process so you can start your Army career sooner. Prior skills or experience relating to this career may put you in position to join the Army at a higher rank, earn more pay, and obtain leadership positions quicker. Work with a recruiter to get started.

About Our Organization:

The U.S. Army offers a wealth of possibilities for your future - whether you are looking to build a meaningful career, continue your education, or start a family, the Army is committed to helping you build the future you are looking for and improve yourself in the process. Be All You Can Be.

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Typical mid-level pay: $100k for Civil Engineers nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$100k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$66k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $161k

Senior roles pay 63% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Balanced market

Standard dynamics. Preparation and demonstrated value matter most.

Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
Moderate

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+5%
10yr growth
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024