Back to jobs

Senior Designer I, Civil Engineering

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

LandDesign is a collection of visionaries and problem solvers who believe in the power of balance, combining creativity and practicality to design what we know will thrive. We leverage our diverse expertise and relentless curiosity to deliver innovative, attainable big ideas — aligning our clients’ vision with the culture of the community to delight those who will enjoy the space. We are driven by a boundless desire for better, because we believe that learning is lifelong and growth is infinite. This curiosity and uncommon collaboration fuel our culture and drive ideas that continuously improve our practice and the people who are part of it.

As our firm continues to grow, we continue to be on the lookout for the next great designer; you. We are currently seeking a Senior Designer I to join our Civil Engineering team in Charlotte. Candidates being considered for this role will provide design and technical support to the design studio by applying comprehensive understanding, proficiency in the profession and exercising judgment within defined procedures to solve problems. Candidates should be able to demonstrate proficiency in project ownership and execution while guiding and mentoring Designers I and II.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Responsible for executing all aspects of civil site design for complete plans, calculations and reports for projects.
  • Coordinating & guiding design tasks of Designer I/II to design & permit projects.
  • Direct design adaptations and modifications.
  • Complete design work and calculations using computer-aided software.
  • Lead project research, coordination, and communication with regulatory agencies to complete permitting.
  • Provide preliminary internal Quality Control review of plans in coordination with project lead.
  • Represent LandDesign in design team meetings and speak confidentially to project understanding.
  • Participate in the development and enhancement of daily processes in support of project efficiency.
  • Address construction related submittals/RFI responses.
  • Participate in and may lead client and regulatory review meetings. Prepare meeting minutes.
  • Assist project lead in meeting project financial and schedule requirements. Assist with contract and change order scoping. May assist with invoicing.
  • Collaborate with internal design team including landscape architects and planners, and client’s consultant teams involved in the project.
  • Provide excellent customer service to clients.
  • Receives minimal instructions on daily work.
  • Seeks general instructions on new assignments.
  • Train and mentor Designer I and II.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study.
  • E.I.T. certification required.
  • P.E. obtained or in-progress preferred.
  • Proficiency with reading construction plans.
  • Data analysis and interpretation skills.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D/Civil Design Software, Microsoft Office Suite and VantagePoint.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Don’t ask us if you’re the right fit for the position, tell us about it in your cover letter (we do actually read them!)  All interested candidates can submit their cover letter and resume directly through our website.  

Employees are offered a competitive compensation package and robust benefits package that includes access to wellness programming, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. 

LandDesign is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace.

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at LandDesign? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

Apply for this job

*

indicates a required field

Resume/CV*

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Cover Letter

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Education

Select...
Select...
Select...
Select...

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.

As set forth in LandDesign’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Select...
Select...
Race & Ethnicity Definitions

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

Select...