Assistant Civil Designer

Assistant Civil Designer

Location: Kansas City, MO

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 5 months
• Pay Rate: $33.66 $35.69 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. [Export-control compliance required. See recruiter for eligibility details.]

Job Summary

An Assistant Civil Designer will assist in various phases of planning, proposal preparation, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation and environmental plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Assist with a variety of civil assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches.
• Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and mark-ups on ongoing projects.
• Assist with analyzing reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design projects.
• Interpret and apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Compute volume calculations for excavation, dredging, and upland site grading.
• Incorporate schedules, budgets, and project criteria into civil design and layouts.
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Required Skills

• Basic understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables.
• Basic knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems.
• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of civil discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience required; OR Associate Degree and 3 years related experience required; OR 4 years progressive detailing and design experience.

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years related experience (with Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field); OR minimum 3 years related experience (with Associate Degree); OR 4 years progressive detailing and design experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This 100% employee-owned infrastructure engineering firm has been designing and building essential civil infrastructure for more than 125 years, serving clients across energy, aviation, water, telecommunications, transportation, and healthcare sectors. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, the organization operates from 75 offices across the U.S. and internationally, with more than 14,500 employee-owners generating over $7.4 billion in annual revenue. Every full-time employee holds an ownership stake through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a structure that has earned the firm a 4.2 out of 5 stars on Glassdoor and recognition as a Best Places to Work multiple years running. Teams here include civil and structural engineers, architects, environmental scientists, construction managers, and program management professionals working on complex, consequential projects ranging from major airport expansions to large-scale energy infrastructure.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-08585 Industry: Engineering

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