Civil Designer- Land Development

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of |

Comprehensive health/dental/vision保险

Time off & flexible scheduling

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement & internal培训

New Parent Leave & family-building福利

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking an Experienced CAD Operator to join our Land Development team in Reston, Virginia. The role focuses on designing and producing sets of plans for various land development projects, while implementing and managing AutoCAD drafting standards.

The position requires 3+ years of relevant experience and advanced CAD software knowledge (Autodesk or Bentley). You will develop and check technical drawings, maintain drawing databases, and coordinate with teams to meet schedules and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associates degree preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant CAD drafting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Autodesk or Bentley CAD software.
• Detail oriented with professional attitude and good communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Designing and producing sets of plans for Land Development projects; implement drafting standards.
• Develop technical drawings and plans using CAD software.
• Perform quality checks on drawings and plans of substantial complexity.
• Requires minimal supervision to perform day-to-day tasks.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and suggested design changes.
• Maintain drawing database.

Skills

Detail oriented

Professional attitude

Strong communication

Team player

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (Associates degree preferred)

Tools

Autodesk CAD software

Bentley CAD software

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for an Experienced CAD Operator to join our Land Development team in Reston, Virginia (VA)!

Responsibilities

• This individual will primarily be responsible for: designing and producing sets of plans for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential Land Development projects; and implementing and managing AutoCAD drafting and plan preparation standards
• This person will develop technical drawings and plans using CAD software
• The person in this position will make and quality check drawings and plans of substantial complexity and may perform some multifaceted calculations
• Requires minimal supervision to perform day to day tasks
• Has knowledge of engineering principles and suggests design changes
• Maintains drawing database
• May supervise and train CAD staff
• Coordinates work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control
• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associates degree preferred)
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
• Ability to work independently and with a team

Base Salary Range:

$75,000.00 - $90,000.00

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.