Senior Civil Designer

Senior Civil Designer
Location: Kansas City, MO
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Civil Designer for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Kansas City, MO. This position will play a key role in leading various phases of civil design projects, including planning, proposal preparation, site evaluations, analytical design, report preparation, specifications, and construction documentation.

The Senior Civil Designer will work within a multi-disciplinary project team supporting a diverse portfolio of projects and clients. This role requires strong technical design expertise, leadership capabilities, and the ability to mentor junior staff while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design efforts including site development, land development, roadway design, storm drainage systems, stormwater management facilities, water and sanitary sewer utilities, sediment and erosion control, traffic control, airport projects, and facility site design.

• Lead drawing production including problem analysis, design layouts, and calculations for complex and non-routine assignments.

• Execute and oversee design tasks using established methods and industry-standard techniques including drawing sequencing, presentation, and system component sizing.

• Lead and perform quality reviews of design drawings, sketches, and redlines for ongoing projects.

• Analyze and present reports, maps, drawings, and topographical and geologic data to support project planning and design.

• Interpret and apply design codes, standards, and specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements.

• Ensure design deliverables are completed within scope, schedule, and budget.

• Review and verify volume calculations for excavation, dredging, and upland site grading.

• Incorporate project schedules, budgets, and design criteria into civil design layouts to meet project financial goals.

• Maintain and organize all project drawings, revisions, plot files, and related documentation in a structured format.

• Train, mentor, and support development of junior design staff.

• Participate in marketing initiatives and client development meetings.

• Lead and enforce the civil design QA/QC process.

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other designers in a multi-disciplinary team environment to resolve design challenges.

• Perform additional duties as assigned while complying with all company policies and standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Drafting Technology or a related field with 13+ years of relevant experience, OR

• Associate Degree with 14+ years of related experience, OR

• 15+ years of progressive civil detailing and design experience (field experience preferred).

• Advanced proficiency in design software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Microsoft Excel.

• Advanced knowledge of civil engineering design principles, calculations, and design systems.

• Strong understanding of civil engineering theory and practices, with familiarity of related engineering disciplines.

• Experience working in multi-disciplinary project teams alongside engineers, project managers, and designers.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple project priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience mentoring or supervising junior designers.

• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, site development, or industrial projects.

• Strong understanding of civil design QA/QC processes.