Civil/Utility Designer

H&H; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Benefits package

Professional work environment

Job summary

H&H is seeking a motivated Civil/Utility Designer to support utility-focused highway and civil design projects in New York. The role emphasizes precision, accuracy, and adherence to owner standards while coordinating with utility owners and clients.

The firm is a long-standing infrastructure engineering leader with extensive capabilities and a national footprint. You will join a team delivering projects across planning, design, and construction phases, contributing to growth and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with Civil focus.
• Two to five years of utility-related experience.
• New York State Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Ability to read and interpret contract plans and blueprints.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work with colleagues and clients.
• Ability to read and interpret contract plans and blueprints.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work effectively with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop utility conflict plans for heavy civil and site-related projects.
• Read and interpret contract plans and blueprints.
• Design and develop utility realignment plans and coordinate with utility owners.
• Prepare client-specific utility documentation using Microsoft Word.
• Prepare utility cost estimates for relocation plans.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Skills

Civil engineering fundamentals

Verbal and written communication

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Contract plans interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BE/BS)

EIT certification

Two to five years utility-related experience

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Bluebeam

Adobe software

Job description

H&H is seeking a motivated Civil/Utility Designer to support utility-focused highway and civil design projects. This role is responsible for developing and coordinating utility designs with an emphasis on precision, accuracy, and meeting or exceeding owner standards. The successful candidate will communicate effectively with colleagues and clients and bring a detail-oriented approach to utility design and coordination.

H&H is a nationally recognized, full-service infrastructure engineering firm delivering innovative solutions that move communities forward. With more than 139 years of experience and over 600 professionals across 32 offices nationwide, we combine deep technical expertise with the agility of a privately owned firm. From planning and design through construction, we manage the full project life cycle while continually advancing our capabilities, strengthening our national presence, and investing in the people who power our growth. At H&H, you’ll join a firm that is building on its legacy by aligning expertise, expanding opportunity, and positioning itself for long-term, sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop utility conflict plans for heavy civil and site-related projects.
• Read and interpret contract plans and blueprints.
• Design and develop utility realignment plans and coordinate with utility owners.
• Prepare client-specific utility documentation using Microsoft Word.
• Prepare utility cost estimates for work associated with utility relocation plans.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to work independently.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, either a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) or Bachelor of Science (BS), with a concentration in Civil Engineering.
• Two to five years of utility-related experience.
• Experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• General computer skills and proficiency with standard office software.
• New York State Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Ability to read and interpret contract plans and blueprints.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work effectively with colleagues and clients.

Software and Technical Skills

Experience using the following software in a production environment:

• CAD: MicroStation V8i and the latest version of AutoCAD.
• Spreadsheets: Microsoft Excel.
• Word Processing: Microsoft Word.
• Database: Teams, as listed in the source description.
• Graphics and Document Review: Bluebeam and Adobe software.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, printers, photocopiers, fax machines, and calculators.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, with frequent walking and standing.
• Ability to occasionally bend, kneel, balance, crouch, and reach overhead.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to frequently lift or move items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Visual abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary range — $80,000-100,000 annually. Salary commensurate with level of experience.

We offer a professional work environment, a competitive salary, a benefits package, and 401(k).

EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETS