The Civil Division plans, designs, and constructs Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funded projects related to infrastructure of facilities within public rights-of-way including: streets and highways; drainage and flood control systems; bridges; and other public works structures. Responsibilities include project planning, engineering studies, alternative analysis, preparation of environmental documents, processing of permit applications, preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for construction, and administration of consultant and construction contracts. In addition, Civil Division oversees the soil/materials testing laboratory.