Civil CAD Drafter/Designer

EVStudio; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (HSA option)

Vision insurance

401k match

PTO 15 days

Hybrid work capacity

Company ski day and summer picnic

Job summary

EVstudio, a multidisciplinary design firm in Denver, seeks an experienced Civil Designer to develop site plans from concept through construction. You will coordinate with architects, engineers, and surveyors while producing detailed construction documents and managing Civil 3D surfaces.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of civil drafting experience, strong AutoCAD Civil 3D skills, and a collaborative mindset. Hybrid work options and base salary in the Denver market are offered.

Qualifications

• Typically, 7+ years of civil drafting and design experience, preferably in site and land development.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong working knowledge of grading, drainage, utilities, roadway design, and construction-document production
• Ability to independently develop and coordinate civil plan sets with oversight from a licensed engineer
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Associate degree or technical certification in drafting, civil technology, or a related field preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop civil site plans for land development projects from concept through construction
• Prepare grading, drainage, utility, roadway, and erosion-control designs under the direction of a licensed engineer
• Produce and coordinate construction documents, plan sets, profiles, details, and exhibits
• Build and manage Civil 3D surfaces, alignments, profiles, pipe networks, and corridors
• Incorporate redlines and respond to comments from project teams, clients, municipalities, and reviewing agencies
• Coordinate civil plans with architecture, structural engineering, MEP, surveying, and other disciplines
• Support design standards, CAD organization, quality control, and permitting
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers and drafters

Skills

Civil drafting

Site & land development

Detail-oriented

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in drafting, civil technology

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Join the Team at EVstudio – Driven by Design, Defined by Collaboration.

At EVstudio we’re more than just a multidisciplinary design firm we’re a collaborative team of architects, surveyors, engineers, and professionals dedicated to designing solutions that shape communities and elevate everyday experiences. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of expertise, you’ll find a place at EVstudio to innovate, grow, and make an impact.

What you’ll do:

• Develop civil site plans for land development projects from concept through construction
• Prepare grading, drainage, utility, roadway, and erosion-control designs under the direction of a licensed engineer
• Produce and coordinate construction documents, plan sets, profiles, details, and exhibits
• Build and manage Civil 3D surfaces, alignments, profiles, pipe networks, and corridors
• Incorporate redlines and respond to comments from project teams, clients, municipalities, and reviewing agencies
• Coordinate civil plans with architecture, structural engineering, MEP, surveying, and other disciplines
• Support design standards, CAD organization, quality control, and permitting
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers and drafters

Requirements:

• Typically, 7+ years of civil drafting and design experience, preferably in site and land development
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Strong working knowledge of grading, drainage, utilities, roadway design, and construction-document production
• Ability to independently develop and coordinate civil plan sets with oversight from a licensed engineer
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Associate degree or technical certification in drafting, civil technology, or a related field preferred but not required

What We Offer:

We are targeting a base salary of $70,000 to $100,000, but is determined by several factors including education, experience, and a history of working in the Denver metro area.

• Medical insurance, including an HSA option
• Vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• STD & LTD
• A minimum of 15 days PTO, and higher for more experienced employees
• 401k match of 4%
• One full day of paid VTO (Volunteer Time Off) annually
• Roth 401K option
• Annual company ski day and summer picnic
• Flexible hours
• In many cases, our roles can be worked in a hybrid capacity
• Monthly employee celebrations (with free lunch!)
• The opportunity to touch every aspect of a project, from beginning to end
• Free snacks
• Weekly volleyball league in the Summer and bowling in the Winter
• Company-owned bar in the parking lot of the Denver office
• Relaxed dress code
• Entrepreneurial mindset If you have an idea, we want you to pursue it!

Our Hiring Process:

EVstudio prides itself on being efficient in its hiring process. Below you’ll find an example of a typical interview process after completing your application:

• Hearing from our recruiting team within 48 hours
• A phone interview (approx. 30 minutes)
• A meet and greet with one of our Founders, Sean O’Hara (approx.15 minutes)
• An on-site interview and office tour (approx. 60 minutes)

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A note to recruitment agencies:

We have this role covered at the moment, and there is no need to get in touch. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. EVstudio has established relationships with preferred agencies and is not seeking new recruiting partnerships.

EVstudio is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or other protected characteristics. We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive environment for all