Civil Designer - Land Development

LaBella Associates; City of Syracuse (NY); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Paid Parental Leave

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events

Descripción de la vacante

LaBella Associates invites entry-level Civil Designers to join the Land Development team in our Syracuse, NY office in 2027. You will support planning and design of public infrastructure projects using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

You’ll work with engineers and multidisciplinary teams, gain field experience, and contribute to drawings, technical documents, and project deliverables while developing your skills in a collaborative environment.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 1–3 years related civil design experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in planning and design of site, roadway, stormwater, and utility improvements.
• Prepare drawings and documents using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related tools.
• Apply standard engineering techniques to support project development and design quality.
• Conduct site visits and gather field data to support design and execution.
• Collaborate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams on design alternatives.
• Participate in training and mentoring to grow technical skills.

Conocimientos

Site design

Roadway design

Public infrastructure

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Herramientas

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Descripción del empleo

The Civil Division at LaBella provides 5 areas of service including Municipal, Land Development, Renewable Energy, Planning, Gas and Data Intelligence.

We are currently looking for entry-level Civil Designers to join our Land Development team at our Syracuse, NY office in 2027.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The Civil Designer supports the planning and design of public infrastructure projects that enhance how communities live, move, and connect. This role assists with the preparation of site, roadway, stormwater, and utility designs while producing drawings, technical documents, and project-related deliverables using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. The position works both independently and collaboratively to apply standard civil engineering techniques, support field activities, and contribute to practical design solutions. The Civil Designer also partners with multidisciplinary teams and participates in training and mentoring activities to build technical knowledge and professional growth.

Primary Accountabilities:

• Assist in the planning and design of site, roadway, stormwater, and utility improvements for civil engineering projects.
• Prepare drawings, plans, cost estimates, and technical documents using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related design tools.
• Evaluate and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to support project development and design quality.
• Conduct site visits, gather field data, and assist with construction observation to support design and project execution.
• Collaborate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to evaluate design alternatives and help resolve technical challenges.
• Participate in training, mentoring, and professional development activities to strengthen technical skills and support continued growth.

Decision Making Responsibilities:

• May contribute to business and operational decisions that affect the department. Decisions made address non-routine questions and situations, often requiring investigation and/or research of precedents. Uses patterns, trends, and precedents to analyze situations and determine appropriate course of action or approach to solving problems.

Independence of Action:

• Work is closely monitored by supervisor/manager; detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided.

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

• 1 -3 years of work-related experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements:

• Office Environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental requirements
• Vision and hearing abilities
• Sit for extended periods of time
• Use a computer and keyboard
• On occasion may:
• Drive a passenger vehicle
• Ascend/descend from ladders, scaffolds, stairs, etc.
• Do heavy lifting, carrying, etc.
• Do extensive standing, walking, etc.
• Lift, carry, and/or move 25+ lbs.
• Wear personal protective gear most of the day
• Exposure to all weather conditions
• Exposure to all terrain

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.