Lead Civil Designer

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors in LaPlace, LA seeks a Lead Civil Designer to perform complete civil/structural design tasks under supervision, with opportunity to assist in larger projects.

Responsibilities include drafting plans to standards, estimating materials, coordinating with other disciplines, and mentoring junior drafters. Requires 4+ years in civil/structural drafting; associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD preferred.
• 4+ years of relevant civil/structural drafting and design experience.
• Proficient with CAD software (AutoCAD and/or Microstation).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft civil/structural plans under minimal supervision.
• Review and reflect design criteria and material specs in drawings.
• Mentor entry-level teammates and draft teams.
• Coordinate with engineers and other disciplines during design.

Skills

CAD drafting

AutoCAD

Microstation

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

LaPlace, LA

Full time

2026-000922

What You'll Be Doing

Job Summary: The Lead Civil Designer is generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of civil/structural assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. With experience in this level, you are expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex civil/structural assignments. This work will be performed under general supervision in LaPlace, LA.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
• Recognizing project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
• Reviewing and comprehending the latest information available regarding civil/structural calculations, equipment drawings and layouts or drawings from other disciplines before initiating design effort on specific drawings.
• Drafting civil/structural plans under minimal supervision.
• Being knowledgeable of civil material specifications to the extent that all information required for material purchase, fabrication and construction is reflected on the finished drawings.
• Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
• Performing field related work collecting design information and verifying designs for tie-ins, function and clearances to existing facility.
• Performing temporary field support activities, where assigned, for engineering support during construction.
• Assisting engineers with cost and material estimated and preliminary design studies.
• Checking the accuracy and quality of drawings developed by drafters, when assigned, based on information conveyed by engineering calculations, equipment and discipline drawings.
• Displays some capacity for mentoring entry level and new teammates.

Ideal Background

Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is preferred..

Certification: Certification is not required at this level. Experience: This position requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural drafting and design.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to produce drawings for concrete and structural steel, and/or civil disciplines.
• Familiarity with specifications and details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Ability to create accurate civil/structural construction documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.
• Knowledge and understanding of work flow/information flow between disciplines.
• Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all civil/structural deliverables.
• Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good presentation and Virtual team skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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