Civil Designer

The A Career; Colombia; On-site; COP 122,010,736 - 284,691,719; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Civil Engineer/Civil Designer to lead the design of complex civil engineering projects. This role involves utilizing advanced CAD programs and design software to create detailed engineering plans for land development and public works. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Civil Engineering or Land Surveying, along with proficiency in tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance with regulations and providing innovative design solutions. If you have a passion for civil engineering and a keen eye for detail, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Mandatory English proficiency and a portfolio for application.
• Strong understanding of zoning laws and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee civil engineering projects for land development.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS for engineering plans and models.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Land Surveying

Problem-solving

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

HydroCAD

HEC-RAS

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a Civil Engineer/Civil Designer who will be in charge of designing complex civil engineering projects for land development and public works projects utilizing CAD programs and design software.

IMPORTANT: ENGLISH AND A PORTFOLIO ARE MANDATORY FOR THIS POSITION.

Essential Functions:

• Design and oversee civil engineering projects related to land development, public works, site infrastructure, and utility design.
• Utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, and other design software to create detailed engineering plans, models, and construction documents.
• Conduct and oversee land surveys, ensuring accurate data collection for site development and public infrastructure projects.
• Prepare grading, drainage, roadway, and utility plans while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Review and analyze survey reports, maps, and legal land descriptions.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations on design feasibility and cost-effective solutions.
• Perform design for site grading (earthwork), access road, stormwater design, hydraulic and hydrology calculations, detention ponds, erosion and sedimentation control, infrastructure design, parking lots, etc.
• Interpret “as-built” and redline information and make appropriate revisions to plans.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, or a related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, and other civil engineering design software.
• Experience with land development, public works, grading, and utility design.
• Knowledge of Grading Plans (MUST)
• Knowledge of Drainage Plans and calculations (MUST)
• Knowledge of Storm Utility plans and calculations (MUST)
• Knowledge of Utility plans and calculations for Water (Knowledge in drawings is a MUST)
• Knowledge of Utility plans and calculations for the Sewer (Knowledge in drawings is a MUST)
• Strong understanding of zoning laws, environmental regulations, and permitting processes.
• Ability to interpret topographic and boundary surveys for project planning and design.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Softwares:

• Knowledge in HydroCAD (a PLUS)
• Storm and Sanitary analysis
• AutoCAD
• HEC-RAS / HMS
• Microsoft Office

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Consulting

Industries

Civil Engineering and Construction