Civil/Structural Lead Designer - Primoris Engineering

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Civil/Structural Designer to join their Houston team. This role is perfect for a natural leader who thrives on mentoring others while handling hands-on design responsibilities. You'll be at the forefront of innovative projects in the oil and gas sector, focusing on midstream projects such as pipelines and pump stations. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and quality, you'll guide a talented design team while ensuring all deliverables meet high standards. If you're ready to make a lasting impact and help shape the future of engineering, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Safety programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CAD Design experience in oil & gas industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and CADWorx Structure.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing work of Senior Designers and CAD Designers.
• Ensuring project timelines and budgets are met.
• Maintaining quality standards for all deliverables.

Skills

CAD Design

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

CADWorx Structure

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Primoris Engineering is seeking a Lead Civil/Structural Designer to become an integral part of our Houston-based team. We're searching for a natural leader - someone who thrives on mentoring and guiding a talented design team, while still being hands-on with their own design responsibilities. If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact, come design the future with us at Primoris! Successful candidates will have experience with the latest civil and structural Autodesk design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and CADWorx Structure Hexagon PPM, and be familiar with 2D/3D CAD fundamentals. A background in the oil & gas industry with a focus on midstream projects (pipelines, pump stations, compressor stations, metering stations, etc.) is strongly preferred. This is an in-office position in Houston, Texas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Overseeing the work of Senior Designers and CAD Designers while actively contributing to project deliverables.
2. Ensuring project timelines and budgets are met while maintaining high-quality standards for all deliverables.
3. Coordinating design activities, providing guidance and mentorship, and delegating tasks to ensure efficient workflow and collaboration.
4. Maintaining consistent quality, organization, and adherence to company standards across the design team.
5. Overseeing the creation of detailed drawings and models, and contributing to drafting and modeling as needed.
6. Assisting with project estimation, including manhour and deliverable estimates.
7. Serving as a point of contact for design and drafting-related queries.
8. Playing a pivotal role in the success of the design team and overall project execution.
9. Overseeing development of 2D and 3D drawings and models for structural systems using AutoCAD, Cadworx Structure, and Civil 3D.
10. Ensuring all deliverables meet project specifications and standards.
11. Working with Senior Designers and CAD Designers to align deliverables with project goals.
12. Ensuring tasks are completed on schedule and within budget, managing workloads and deadlines.
13. Collaborating with external vendors to ensure drawings align with equipment and technical documentation.
14. Performing quality checks on drawings and models to ensure compliance with standards and client requirements.
15. Addressing discrepancies or issues in design documents and resolving them.
16. Delegating drafting and modeling tasks to team members, ensuring workload balance and efficiency.
17. Providing guidance and mentorship to develop team skills and promote growth.
18. Organizing and facilitating team meetings for clear communication of goals and priorities.
19. Assisting in project estimation by calculating manhours and deliverables.
20. Collaborating with project managers and engineers for resource allocation and project tracking.
21. Addressing design issues or changes promptly, ensuring client alignment.
22. Contributing to drafting and modeling, handling complex tasks or troubleshooting.
23. Preparing deliverables for client submissions.
24. Staying updated on industry standards, software, and drafting techniques.
25. Participating in site visits as needed for data gathering.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in the oil & gas industry focusing on midstream projects.
• Minimum 5 years of CAD Design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and CADWorx Structure.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling using AutoCAD applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task across projects.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to work well in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match, vested from day one.
• Pet coverage, legal assistance, and safety programs.

Company Overview:

Primoris, founded in 2004 and traded on the NYSE (PRIM), offers construction, maintenance, and engineering services across power, oil & gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities, and civil infrastructure sectors. Recognized in the top 1% of ENR's Top 600 Specialty Contractors, we operate throughout the U.S. and Canada. Visit www.prim.com for more information.

We provide comprehensive engineering services including feasibility studies, process design, FEED, detailed engineering, survey, construction, and commissioning for markets such as Refining, Renewables, Chemicals, and Mid-Stream. Our expertise extends to designing process heaters, reformers, heaters, SCRs, and waste-heat recovery units globally. Our offices are located in Tyler, TX, Houston, TX, San Dimas, CA, and Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Third-Party Agency Notice:

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiting agencies. Any submissions without an agreement will not be compensated.