The U.S. Army’s Construction, Engineering, and Infrastructure Career Program (CP) 18 offers a wide spectrum of opportunities within the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. This vital career field plays a crucial role in executing strategic missions essential to both the Army and the nation. Professionals in CP18 are at the forefront of planning, designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining critical civil works projects. These projects range from essential infrastructure development to complex hazardous waste remediation and environmental restoration initiatives. Furthermore, CP18 encompasses the stewardship of land, water, and natural resources, ensuring their responsible management for public benefit and advancing research in related scientific domains.
Connect with CP18 Leadership
For those interested in exploring civilian career opportunities within the Construction, Engineering, & Infrastructure Career Field, Mr. Farrell Adkins serves as the Chief and Technical Lead for Career Program (CP) 18. You can reach out to Mr. Adkins and the CP18 team for further information and guidance by clicking here to send an email.
Explore the CP18 Career Field Portal
To delve deeper into the specifics of Career Program 18 and access comprehensive resources, please click here to visit the career field portal. (Please note that Common Access Card (CAC) access may be required for portal access).
Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure Occupational Series
CP18 encompasses a diverse array of occupational series, reflecting the breadth of expertise required within the Construction, Engineering, and Infrastructure career field. Below is a table outlining the various series that fall under CP18:
| Occupational Series Number | Occupational Title |
|---|---|
| 0020 | Community Planning |
| 0023 | Outdoor Recreation Planning |
| 0025 | Park Ranger |
| 0028 | Environmental Protection Specialist |
| 0029 | Environmental Protection Assistant |
| 0099 | General Student Trainee |
| 0101 | Social Science |
| 0102 | Social Science Aid and Technician |
| 0110 | Economist |
| 0150 | Geography |
| 0184 | Sociology |
| 0190 | General Anthropology |
| 0193 | Archeology |
| 0199 | Social Science Student Trainee |
| 0301 | Miscellaneous Administration & Program |
| 0303 | Miscellaneous Clerk & Assistant |
| 0305 | Mail and File |
| 0340 | Program Management |
| 0343 | Management and Program Analysis |
| 0344 | Management Clerical and Assistance |
| 0399 | Administrative/Office Support Student Trainee |
| 0401 | Gen Natural Resources Mgmt and Biological Sciences |
| 0408 | Ecology |
| 0414 | Entomology |
| 0430 | Botany |
| 0454 | Range Conservation |
| 0457 | Soil Conservation |
| 0460 | Forestry |
| 0462 | Forestry Technician |
| 0470 | Soil Science |
| 0471 | Agronomy |
| 0480 | Fish and Wildlife Administration |
| 0482 | Fish Biology |
| 0486 | Wildlife Biology |
| 0499 | Biological Science Student Trainee |
| 0801 | General Engineering |
| 0802 | Engineering Technical |
| 0804 | Fire Protection Engineering |
| 0806 | Materials Engineering |
| 0807 | Landscape Architecture |
| 0808 | Architecture |
| 0809 | Construction Control Technical |
| 0810 | Civil Engineering |
| 0817 | Survey Technical |
| 0819 | Environmental Engineering |
| 0828 | Construction Analyst |
| 0830 | Mechanical Engineering |
| 0850 | Electrical Engineering |
| 0855 | Electronics Engineering |
| 0871 | Naval Architecture |
| 0890 | Agricultural Engineering |
| 0893 | Chemical Engineering |
| 0895 | Industrial Engineering Technical |
| 0896 | Industrial Engineering |
| 0899 | Engineering and Architecture Student Trainee |
| 1008 | Interior Design |
| 1099 | Information and Arts Student Trainee |
| 1101 | General Business and Industry |
| 1130 | Public Utilities Specialist |
| 1170 | Realty |
| 1171 | Appraising and Assessing |
| 1176 | Building Management |
| 1199 | Business and Industry Student Trainee |
| 1301 | General Physical Science |
| 1310 | Physics |
| 1311 | Physical Science Technician |
| 1313 | Geophysics |
| 1315 | Hydrology |
| 1316 | Hydrologic Technician |
| 1320 | Chemistry |
| 1350 | Geology |
| 1360 | Oceanography |
| 1361 | Navigational Information |
| 1370 | Cartography |
| 1371 | Cartographic Technician |
| 1372 | Geodesy |
| 1373 | Land Surveying |
| 1374 | Geodetic Technician |
| 1399 | Physical Science Student Trainee |
| 1501 | General Mathematics and Statistics |
| 1520 | Mathematics |
| 1550 | Computer Science |
| 1599 | Mathematics and Statistics Student Trainee |
| 1601 | Equipment, Facilities, and Services |
| 1603 | Equipment, Facilities, and Services Assistance |
| 1640 | Facility Operations Services |
| 1699 | Equipment and Facilities Mgmt Student Trainee |
| 4749 | Maintenance Mechanic |
| 5306 | Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic |
| 5309 | Heating & Boiler Plant Equipment Mechanic |
| 5318 | Lock and Dam Repairing |
| 5401 | Miscellaneous Industrial Equipment Operation |
| 5402 | Boiler Plant Operating |
| 5406 | Utility Systems Operating |
| 5407 | Electric Power Controlling |
| 5408 | Wastewater Treatment Plant Operating |
| 5409 | Water Treatment Plant Operating |
| 5413 | Fuel Distribution System Operating |
| 5415 | Air Conditioning Equipment Operating |
| 5426 | Lock & Dam Operating |
| 5705 | Tractor Operating |
| 5716 | Engineering Equipment Operating |
| 5725 | Crane Operating |
| 5729 | Drill Rig Operating |
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