Civil Designer 3

GAI Consultants Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus potential

Job summary

GAI Consultants Inc. seeks a Civil Designer 3 to join our team in our offices nationwide, including Austin, Texas. You will collaborate within our NE Engineering group to deliver civil designs for mass grading, corridors, and alignments using Civil 3D and CAD standards.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and a track record mentoring junior CAD staff. This role emphasizes technical leadership and project-wide coordination.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of civil design experience.
• Proficient in Civil 3D and CAD standards.
• Experience with mass grading and linear projects.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAD drawings per project CAD standards and data management procedures.
• Lead and mentor lower‑level CAD staff and review deliverables.
• Coordinate with the project team to meet deadlines and scope.
• Guide analyses and tool usage for effective design workflows.

Skills

Civil 3D proficiency

Advanced CAD skills

Mass grading

Corridor design

Alignments design

Team mentoring

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering or Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

GAI Consultant's Inc. is seeking a Civil Designer 3 to join the team in any of our offices. You will work closely within our dynamic NE Engineering group.

Qualifications

• Advanced level of skills. Strives to become proficient in aspects of the Civil 3D.
• Seeks to advance their knowledge of project design development, advanced grading tools, corridor, and alignments.
• Experience in mass grading and linear projects.
• Stays current on software updates and advises based on technical changes.
• Promotes and instructs others on advanced techniques and new methods.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work indoors in professional office settings.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer‑based tasks.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, detailed documents, and perform detailed work.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment. Ability to move between workstations and attend in‑person meetings.
• Ability to lift and carry office materials or equipment weighing up to 10–20 pounds, with or without assistance.
• Adequate hearing to participate in conversations, phone calls, and virtual meetings.
• Ability to travel for meetings, training, or business purposes.

General Characteristics

• Advanced level of skills. Strives to become proficient in aspects of the software. Seeks to advance his or her knowledge of project design development. Stays current on software updates and advises based on technical changes. Promotes and instructs others on advanced techniques and new methods.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 8+ Years of Experience

Education

• Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School or equivalent experience.

Certification / Licensure

• Driver's License

Technical Responsibilities

• Performs and guides others on deliverables with focus on adherence to CAD standards, software utilization and data management procedures; and ability to independently perform analyses.

Project and Task Management

• Responsible for task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.

Management Responsibility

• Focuses a significant effort to mentoring lower‑level CAD Operators. Provides solutions to unique problems. Cites insufficiencies and supplies recommendations.
• Given general instructions and works independently with minimal supervision. Receives general review of project work.

Communication Skills

• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Facilitates interaction among staff. Able to effectively coach and mentor lower‑level CAD Staff. Interacts closely and effectively with the Project Team. Interacts and advises at regular project meetings.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Market‑based, competitive compensation
• Performance‑driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• Additional floating holiday – use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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