Land Development Designer

Kimley-Horn; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Land Development Designer to join their Charlotte office. With a commitment to quality and a culture that prioritizes growth, this role offers the chance to work on complex projects while mentoring junior staff. You will be responsible for developing technical drawings, managing drafting standards, and applying engineering principles to enhance designs. This position not only promises professional development but also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a robust retirement plan and health coverage. Join a team that values its people and fosters an environment of success.

Benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Comprehensive health coverage

Flexible scheduling

Financial wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Family-friendly benefits

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in land development.
• Proficient in Autodesk or Bentley for drafting and design.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards.
• Supervise and train CAD staff while ensuring quality control.

Skills

Drafting and plan preparation

Technical drawing development

Quality checking

Engineering principles application

Communication skills

Mentoring and teaching

Detail orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree (preferred)

Tools

Autodesk products

Bentley products

Job description

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Our Charlotte, North Carolina (NC) office is looking for a Civil Operator or Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Development Services team!

Responsibilities

1. Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards
2. Develop technical drawings and plans
3. Make and quality check drawings and plans of substantial complexity; perform some multifaceted calculations
4. Perform tasks with minimal supervision
5. Apply engineering principles and suggest design changes
6. Maintain drawing database
7. Supervise and train CAD staff
8. Coordinate work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control
9. Familiarize with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards

Qualifications

1. 8+ years of relevant experience
2. High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)
3. Ability to manage printing/plotting settings
4. Proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products
5. Strong work ethic, communication skills, and willingness to learn
6. Ability to work independently and in a team
7. Mentoring and teaching skills
8. Detail-oriented with a professional attitude

Why Kimley-Horn?

Kimley-Horn prioritizes people, clients, and employees, fostering an environment for growth and success. We are proud of our culture, commitment to quality, and recognition as a Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years.

Key Benefits

• Retirement plan with 2-to-1 company match and profit-sharing
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Time off and flexible scheduling
• Financial wellness programs including student loan matching and bonuses
• Professional development opportunities
• Family-friendly benefits

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing