According to recruitment consultancy Maple Resourcing, an experienced UK civil engineer typically commands a fee of £45,300, while graduate workers receive just under £24,500 on average.
However, regional differences can cause variations and surprising contradictions.
In the South East, experienced civil engineers are paid the most, with £56,250 on average.
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However, graduates in this region, as well as Wales, are typically paid only £24,000 a year, less than anywhere else apart from the North East.
The Midlands and Scotland are the most 'lucrative' places for graduate civil engineers, with average salaries of £26,500 and just under £25,700.
For experienced staff, Scotland offers the second highest average salary of £47,250, while in Wales this figure stands at £37.250.
Gillian Econopouly, Head of Policy and Research at CITB, said: "This research shows just how rewarding a career in construction can be. Whether a civil engineer, bricklayer or a scaffolder, there are options for a well-paid, successful career.
"With CITB forecasts indicating over 220,000 new construction jobs will be created over the next five years, there is no better time to enter the industry."
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