Designer I - Civil

ZCS; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Health insurance

401K

Profit sharing

Free parking

Job summary

ZCS in Oregon City is seeking a Designer to develop project designs and construction documents for single and multi‑discipline projects. You’ll leverage your design knowledge and communication skills to support projects from concept through construction documents.

The role involves applying codes, reviewing RFIs, collaborating with partners, and assisting during construction. A Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering, willingness to travel, and strong technical abilities are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering from an accredited program.
• Strong critical thinking and clear written and spoken communication.
• Willingness to travel across the state as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop project designs and construction documents for single and multi-discipline projects.
• Generate design and construction documents under senior staff oversight for various buildings.
• Apply applicable codes and regulations to ensure project compliance.
• Assist on construction through RFIs, submittals, and site observations.
• Collaborate with in-house disciplines, owners, architects, and sub-consultants.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Technical skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering

Job description

Why Work for ZCS

We believe that people matter, that collaboration is key, and that learning leads to growth. At ZCS, we strive to create work environments that are both inspiring and rewarding. In the workplace, our project teams are developed to foster relationship‑building and provide hands‑on experience and mentorship. Outside of the office, we host multiple company‑wide events every year intended to make each employee’s experience at ZCS as enjoyable and productive as possible. We are always on the lookout for new talent and those who are seeking a meaningful career.

Here are some of the things we value at ZCS (and we think you might, too).

• Generous PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Excellent Health Insurance Plans
  Including HSA, FSA, and HRA
• 401K Contribution
• Profit Sharing Contributions
• Free Parking

Company Culture

• Annual Company Wide Summer Event
• Annual Company Wide Christmas Party
• Fully Stocked Kitchens
• Frequent ZCS Hosted Lunches and Activities
• EEO Dedicated to Creating and Maintaining a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Training Events
• Work / Life Balance
• Mentorship for Entry‑Level Staff
• Structured Career Path
• Paid Licensure / Continuing Ed.
• Project Diversity

Dedicated to Your Success: Excellence, Creativity, and Teamwork

We have high standards and expectations — and we’re dedicated to giving you the tools needed to succeed.
No challenge is too big. We do what it takes to deliver successful projects to our clients. Every difficult challenge can be met with a creative solution.
We work together. As a multi‑disciplinary firm, we collaborate, bounce ideas off each other, and solve problems like no one else can.
Above all, we’re invested in our employees and their success.

Description

As a Designer, you will ultimately leverage your knowledge of professional design, strategic thinking, collaborative skills, and strong communication acumen to develop project designs and construction documents for single and multi‑discipline projects. The responsibilities of this position include:

• Utilize experience and knowledge from coursework in the design of architectural/engineering projects.
• Generate project design and construction documents with oversight from senior staff for projects ranging from private residences to K‑12 campuses and seismic retrofits of existing buildings to commercial developments.
• Utilize the applicable codes, regulations, and laws to preform code reviews and ensure project compliance.
• Assist on projects during construction through review and processing of RFI's, material submittals, and periodic on‑site construction observation.
• Collaborate with project partners (in‑house disciplines, owners, architects, sub‑consultants, etc.).

The above declarations are not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and may be changed as deemed necessary by the Company.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering from an accredited program
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills in a deadline driven arena
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
• Strong proven technical skills
• Ability to travel (occasionally) as we support projects throughout the state
• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Repetitive use of hands and fingers (i.e. keyboarding, data entry).
• Must be able to see and hear to gather and input information; respond to face‑to‑face and telephone inquiries.
• Must be able to drive and have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Able to work in low light conditions, with desk lamps versus overhead lighting.
• Ability to walk throughout a warehouse floor following our internal safety guidelines.