Insights The top civil engineering trends to watch in 2023

Real-time collaboration software

Civil engineering is one of many industries that are benefiting from the increasing popularity of cloud computing. By centralising all tools and data in one location, civil engineers are able to seamlessly work on projects together and streamline workflows from anywhere with an internet connection.

This approach to collaboration drastically speeds up projects. It also improves the quality of data and information. For example, with real-time collaboration software, any civil engineers working on-site always have the most up-to-date versions of plans available, helping mitigate risks and lower the chances of costly mistakes.

Innovative materials

Material specification is an essential part of your role as a civil engineer. In 2023, we will continue to see the roll-out of new and innovative materials. Some of the most exciting include the use of bamboo to replace steel in reinforced concrete, concrete that encourages the growth of moss as part of its structure and kinetic paving which converts walking energy into usable energy.

Intelligent urbanisation

It is estimated that 83% of the U.S. population is focused within an urban location. This number is set to grow to 89% by 2050, a trend that is also being seen across the globe. This growth in concentrated populations, along with innovations in everything from transportation to energy production, produces new strains on urban infrastructure.

Finding intelligent solutions to increasing urbanisation will continue to be an area of focus for civil engineers. Both to help maintain and improve urban quality of life.

Improved sustainability

With significant media coverage and widespread concern, it is no surprise that sustainability is a trend that we will continue to see in civil engineering into 2023. Sustainability in civil engineering can cover anything from finding smart ways to reduce the use of environmentally harmful building materials to finding ways to increase the energy efficiency of buildings.

Forward-thinking companies, like AtkinsRéalis , have recognised the importance of driving sustainability through civil engineering, setting up dedicated programmes that will drive sustainable strategies into 2023 and beyond.

Your future civil engineering career

It is clear that civil engineering is set to be an exciting space in 2023. Key trends show that this is a fast-moving profession, which will continue to be on the cutting edge of technology, whilst driving the most important changes required to overcome global concerns.

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