Civil Designer

GHD; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Buffalo, NY seeks a Civil Designer to prepare detailed design drawings for grading, site development, and piping layouts for wastewater/water facilities and horizontal infrastructure.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree in CADD or Civil Engineering Technology or HS Diploma with relevant experience, 2–5 years in site-civil design, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil3D; Revit/Civil HydroCAD or TR-55 is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or HS diploma with relevant experience considered.
• 2–5 years in site-civil / water & wastewater / storm water / erosion & sediment control design.
• Strong AutoCAD and Civil3D skills; Revit/Civil HydroCAD or TR-55 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Data collection and analysis using preset tools and methods.
• Interpret data and develop design solutions for projects.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of technology and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory codes and procedures.
• Carry out project development and engineering activities.
• Research data trends to inform digital services design.

Skills

Site-civil design

Water & wastewater design

2-5 years experience

Erosion & sediment control

Education

Associate’s degree in CADD or Civil Engineering Technology

HS Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Revit

Civil HydroCAD

TR-55

Job description

Job Description

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow.

Who are we looking for?

Our US East Design & Delivery Organization (DDO) is looking for a Civil Designer to join their team in Buffalo, NY! In this role, you’ll prepare detailed design drawings for grading and site development, utility piping, process piping and chemical feed system layouts of moderate to advanced complexity, including developing alignments, profiles, cross sections and details specific to wastewater/water facilities and horizontal infrastructure design projects such as force mains, storm/sanitary sewers and water pipelines.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in‑office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Working with an energetic and hard‑working team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.
• Solutions Analysis: Interpret data and identify possible answers. Involves navigating a wide variety of processes, procedures, and precedents.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education and reading specialist media.
• Operational Compliance: Develop knowledge and understanding of the organization’s policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards. Obtain authorization from a supervisor or manager for any exceptions from mandatory procedure.
• Project and Solution Development: Carry out a range of project development and engineering activities. Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver design projects.
• Design and Conceptualization: Research and interpret data, trends, and benchmarks relevant to digital services design.

What you will bring to the team:

• Associate’s degree in CADD or Civil Engineering Technology; HS Diploma and relevant experience will also be considered
• 2-5 years of experience in site-civil / water & wastewater / storm water / erosion & sediment control design
• Strong technical skills with AutoCAD and Civil3D
• Revit, Civil HydroCAD and/or TR-55 experience a plus

Salary range

$24.00 - $40.00 based on experience and location

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Us

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.

We’ll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.