Civil Roadway Designer - Virginia Beach, VA

pennoniexternalcareers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni seeks an experienced CAD drafting professional to develop civil and transportation drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bentley OpenRoads Designer. You will create precise 2D/3D CAD models from survey data and plans, supporting design development and project deliverables.

The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple projects, and collaboration with engineers, surveyors, and contractors in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting, CAD Design, or related field.
• 5+ years of civil engineering CAD drafting/design experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Proficiency with Bentley OpenRoads Designer/OpenRoads.
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil plans, profiles, and drawings.
• Knowledge of CAD drafting standards and best practices.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, prepare, and revise civil engineering and transportation drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and OpenRoads Designer.
• Create and maintain accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings and models from plans, survey data, field information, and design specs.
• Prepare roadway plans, typical sections, details, and construction layouts.
• Coordinate CAD work with engineers, surveyors, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
• Maintain organized CAD files, models, and revision records.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Multi‑project management

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, prepare, and revise civil engineering and transportation design drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bentley OpenRoads Designer.
• Create and maintain accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings and models based on engineering plans, survey data, field information, and design specifications.
• Prepare plan, profile, cross-section, grading, drainage, roadway, utility, and other civil/transportation design drawings.
• Develop and modify existing ground and proposed surface models, alignments, profiles, corridors, and other design elements.
• Prepare roadway plans, typical sections, details, construction layouts, and other project deliverables.
• Process and incorporate survey and field data into CAD design files.
• Assist engineers with design development, quantity calculations, plan production, and preparation of construction documents.
• Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, consistency, dimensions, and compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate CAD drawings and design information with engineers, surveyors, architects, contractors, utility companies, and other project stakeholders.
• Make revisions to drawings and models based on engineering comments, field changes, and project requirements.
• Maintain organized CAD files, models, drawing sets, references, and revision records.
• Follow company standards, project-specific requirements, naming conventions, layering standards, and document-control procedures.
• Assist with resolving drafting and design conflicts and identify potential constructability issues.
• Participate in design reviews and coordinate updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform other CAD drafting and design duties as assigned.

Required Attributes:

• Associate degree, technical diploma, certificate, or equivalent experience in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting, CAD Design, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in civil engineering or transportation CAD drafting/design.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Bentley OpenRoads Designer/OpenRoads.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering and transportation plans, profiles, sections, details, and design drawings.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, survey information, specifications, and technical documents.
• Knowledge of CAD drafting standards and best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience with roadway and transportation design projects.
• Experience developing Civil 3D surfaces, alignments, profiles, corridors, pipe networks, grading, and quantities.
• Experience with OpenRoads Designer/OpenRoads workflows, including terrain models, horizontal and vertical geometry, templates, corridors, profiles, and cross sections.
• Experience working with DOT or transportation agency standards and requirements.
• Experience with roadway, drainage, utilities, grading, and site development projects.
• Familiarity with survey data, point clouds, field data, and coordinate systems.
• Knowledge of BIM and civil 3D modeling workflows.
• Experience preparing plans for public-sector transportation or infrastructure projects.

Salary Range - $70K - $100K

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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