Design Technician

Q3 Contracting, Inc; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) with Generous Company Match

Company-paid Disability Insurance

Competitive compensation paid weekly

Paid Time Off and Holiday Time Off

Job summary

A reputable construction contracting company in Colorado is seeking a Design Technician to create new distribution and service designs for gas and electrical facilities. The role demands a self-motivated individual with strong time management skills and familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, and other technical programs. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in starting a career in utility design, provided in a supportive training environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient user of Microsoft applications.
• Working knowledge of GIS or similar mapping software required.
• Previous utility design experience preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary point of contact for customers.
• Provide cost-effective designs while balancing regulations.
• Design facilities for new and existing customers.
• Manage and report on multiple projects.
• Obtain permits and easements as required.

Skills

AutoCAD

GIS

Mapping software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Customer service

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or bachelor’s degree in design or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Primoris Services Corporation is a leading provider of critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Q3 Contracting (Q3C), a division of Primoris Services Corporation, is a publicly owned and operated construction contracting company that provides both specific and turnkey services for its customers in the gas, oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch offices in Colorado, Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

We are hiring for Design Technicians to provide new distribution and service designs for customers who need gas and electrical facilities. A successful Designer will be self‑motivated, adaptable to change, a strong problem solver and have expert time management skills with a focus on meeting deadlines. This position is in‑person at our new, state‑of‑the‑art office building, in Dove Valley, Colorado, located 15 miles south of Denver, Colorado. The ideal candidate has working knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS, mapping, and/or other technical programs. We are willing to train the right candidate! If you are interested in pursuing a career in utility design, CAD, mapping, GIS, this is a great opportunity to get your career started with a reputable company.

Position Expectations:

• Act as primary point of contact and liaison between customers, construction and utility providers.
• Provide cost effective designs and first‑class customer service while balancing regulations and engineering standards.
• Design facilities for new and existing customers according to the customer’s construction standards.
• Read and interpret multiple types of construction drawings (one lines, mechanical, plumbing, etc.) to determine job scopes.
• Manage and report on multiple projects from start to finish.
• Work with area engineers, customers and local division support to meet deadlines.
• Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies as required.
• Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.
• Actively communicate with customers, vendors, and supervisors on all aspects of individual jobs.
• Provide cost‑effective estimates to your customers using standardized documents.
• Schedule and attend meetings on‑site with customers to determine site‑specific requirements.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, associate or bachelor’s degree in a design, construction, or related field preferred.
• Proficient user of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of GIS or similar mapping software is required.
• Previous utility design experience preferred.
• Experience working with underground utilities preferred.
• Experience working in SAP platform preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; ability to maintain a high level of professionalism when interacting with all customers (internal/external).
• Must possess and maintain an appropriate and valid Driver’s License for the state in which the primary work functions are performed.
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to build relationships.
• Excellent analytical skills with high‑level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to be effective and efficient.
• Must be comfortable and effective working in an environment with changing demands, delays and responding to unexpected situations.
• Ability to maintain and protect confidential information.
• Bilingual Spanish skills desired but not required.

Q3 Contracting is a drug‑free environment, and all candidates are subject to drug testing.

Compensation and Benefits:

• $24 – 25/ hour.
• State‑of‑the‑art office spaces.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match, vested day‑one.
• Company‑paid Disability Insurance.
• Company‑paid Life Insurance.
• Competitive compensation paid weekly.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Time Off, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• Pet Coverage “For our Furry Friends”.
• Legal Assistance Coverage.

How to Apply:

Visit Primoris’ Career Page to learn more and apply. https://www.prim.com/careers.