Design/Planner I- Kansas City Area

NPL Construction Co.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking utility infrastructure company that values safety and innovation. In this role, you'll manage diverse design projects, conduct site visits, and ensure compliance with established standards. With a strong commitment to employee development and a focus on long-term career growth, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the utility sector. You'll work alongside talented professionals, interpreting field data and collaborating with engineering teams to deliver essential services. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401K w/ Company Match

Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Vacation/Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Potential Bonus Opportunities

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in CAD-related design, distribution design, or utility work.
• Knowledge of NESC, aerial and underground distribution, and Right-of-Way (ROW) research.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse design projects including pole replacements and reliability programs.
• Conduct site visits and ensure adherence to project standards.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Independent Work

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat/Bluebeam

Map 3D

Civil 3D

Job description

Who We Are

Linetec, part of the Centuri Group, is a leading utility infrastructure company operating across the U.S. and Canada. We prioritize safety, innovation, and long-term career growth, investing in our employees' development while delivering essential gas, electric, and utility services. With a strong foundation and a future-focused vision, we have work for the next 100 years—join us!

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will oversee diverse design projects, including pole replacements, Make Ready Engineering, reliability programs, URD design, and new residential services. Your role will involve reviewing designs, conducting site visits, collecting field data, and ensuring projects meet established standards. The ideal candidate will interpret field data, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure compliance with company and client requirements.

What You'll Do

• Manage diverse design projects, including pole replacements, Make Ready Engineering, reliability programs, URD design, and new residential services. Support engineering with design reviews, interpret field data, conduct site visits, and ensure adherence to project standards and training requirements.
• Provide support to engineering staff with preliminary designs, including reviewing and revising designs.
• Interpret sketches and field data to ensure accurate project execution.
• Conduct on-site visits when needed to document and take notes on existing facilities for project scope.
• Adhere to project-specific processes, company standards, and complete any necessary training, depending on the project or client requirements.

What You'll Have

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in CAD-related design, distribution design, or utility work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD (2004 or higher), and Adobe Acrobat/Bluebeam; experience with Map 3D, AUD, and Civil 3D preferred.
• Knowledge of NESC, aerial and underground distribution, and Right-of-Way (ROW) research.
• Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision or in a team environment.
• Bentley or Autodesk Certified training preferred.
• Supervisory responsibility for 1 direct and 1 indirect report.

What You'll Get

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays
• Potential Bonus Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities
• Employee Discounts
• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work is typically performed in a regular office setting.
• It’s possible some time will be spent out in the field and on business travel (up to 35% of the time).
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
• May require working overtime as needed.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen, walking in the field, documenting notes on tablet, or paper.
• Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
  

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens.
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify.
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Centuri is a Department of Transportation regulated employer. Certain safety-sensitive positions are covered under the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations, 49 CFR Part 40. It is important to note that marijuana remains a drug listed in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. It remains unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under the company’s Drug Free Workplace Policy to use or test positive for marijuana.