Senior Civil Designer - DHI Engineering

DHI Engineering, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time

Company Holidays

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Senior Civil Designer in Tampa to lead design on residential and site infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

The role requires extensive CAD/Civil 3D expertise, coordination with multi‑discipline teams, and mentorship of CAD staff, with a focus on timely, quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school.
• Certification in CAD software and Civil 3D platform.
• 10 years’ experience related to CAD and Civil 3D, with at least 5 years’ experience in detailed land development engineering; GIS experience preferred.
• Ability to train and mentor CAD Drafters/Technicians and Engineering Interns.
• Ability to coordinate and lead multiple projects and deliverables to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead designer on residential and site infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with Engineers, CAD Designers, Technicians, and Sub‑consultants to complete projects.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate design and technical aspects of projects.
• Assist Project Manager with schedules and budget constraints.
• Perform Quality Control reviews of design elements and deliverables.

Skills

CAD standards

Civil 3D

Project coordination

Mentoring CAD staff

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

CAD software certification

10 years CAD/Civil 3D experience (5+ years land development)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Office

Job description

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry‑level and first‑time move‑up markets. The company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

Position: Senior Civil Designer

The Senior Civil Designer will function as the lead designer on a variety of engineering design projects related to residential and site infrastructure development. They will conduct and coordinate assigned engineering work with other project teams, monitor work for compliance to applicable codes, accepted engineering practices and standards, and ensure effective communication and coordination on assigned projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Extensive knowledge of CAD standards and advanced Civil 3D functionality
• Develop, modify and review models, plans, details and drawings of engineering systems and design components according to established standards
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of residential and site projects of advanced complexity in relation to overall site drainage, grading, and infrastructure constraints
• Implement specific project design criteria and coordinate with project design teams consisting of Engineers, CAD Designers and Technicians, and Sub‑consultants (if necessary) to successfully complete a project
• Responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting and coordinating the design and technical aspects of assigned projects
• Coordinate and assist the Project Manager(s) with overall project schedules and budget constraints for assigned projects through completion
• Responsible for Quality Control review of design elements and overall project deliverables prior to external release
• Identify, interpret and resolve technical project issues with minimal oversight
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and stay abreast of latest regulations and criteria for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Supervisory Responsibilities

May have supervisory responsibilities in the Operations Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school
• Certification in CAD software and specific Civil 3D platform
• 10 years’ experience related to specific CAD and Civil 3D software required, with at least 5 years’ experience in detailed land development engineering; GIS experience is preferred
• Ability to train and mentor CAD Drafters/Technicians and Engineering Interns
• Ability to coordinate and lead multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously to make decisions with an understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve successful results and deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a multidisciplinary team with input and support from the Manager(s)
• Thorough knowledge and experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft office platforms
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and expand responsibilities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending AccountsLife & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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