Senior Civil Designer

Senior Civil Designer

Location: Kansas City, MO

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 6 months
• Pay Rate: $74.00–$84.00 / 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

A Senior Civil Designer will lead 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 lead various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Lead a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches.
• Lead the quality review of designs or sketches and mark-ups on ongoing projects.
• Present reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other topographical and geologic data to plan design projects.
• Interpret design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Lead design drawings within scope, budget and schedule.
• Quality review volume calculations for excavation, dredging, and upland site grading.
• Incorporate and approve schedules, budgets and project criteria into civil design and layouts for project financial goals.
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
• Train, mentor, and develop staff members.
• Participate in marketing and client development meetings.
• Responsible for the civil design QA/QC process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Required Skills

• Advanced understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables.
• Advanced knowledge in design, calculations and design systems.
• Advanced 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.
• 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.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.

Preferred Skills

• Current or recent experience in heavy site design is highly valuable.
• Even approximately 1 year of current site design focused experience is helpful.
• Power design experience is a plus.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 13 years related experience required; OR
• Associate's Degree and 14 years related experience required; OR
• 15 years progressive detailing and design experience required.
• Field experience is desirable.

Required Experience

• Heavy emphasis on site design, including ditches, stormwater plans, and stormwater networks.
• Civil 3D (AutoCAD Civil 3D) — required; primary design software used.
• Hands-on site design experience (critical); able to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Some roadway work experience (not the primary focus).
• Civil 3D proficiency at an assistant or staff level is also considered.

Benefits

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

About the Client

Infrastructure engineering firm designing and building essential city infrastructure since 1898.

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: 26-03547 Industry: Engineering

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