Senior Civil Site Designer 2 -- Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior Site Designer to advance civil site design on substation and transmission projects, with three days in office and two remote.

The role requires 12+ years in civil design, expertise in site grading, drainage, SWPPP/SPCC, and proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoTurn; travel to client sites is expected; collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of civil design experience on industrial projects.
• Experience in site grading, drainage design, SWPPP and SPCC plans.
• Experience with permits from environmental/regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoTurn and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil site drafting, 3D modeling and construction-ready packages.
• Coordinate with engineers and project teams for timely design.
• Provide oversight and peer reviews for other designers.
• Travel to client sites.

Skills

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Written communication

Travel readiness

Education

Associates of Science Degree in Civil or related discipline; or drafting credentials

Tools

AutoDesk Civil 3D

AutoTurn

MS Office

Job description

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely from home for two days.

This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your site design career using your well-developed skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other designers and engineers in the design, modification, and analysis of substation sites, transmission lines and similar power delivery systems.

As a Senior Site Designer, You Will

• Work on a wide range of substation and transmission line projects and perform civil site drafting, modeling, and development work including creating 3D models, design drawings, plan and profiles, and construction ready packages.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure a complete and timely design.
• Perform oversight and provide peer reviews for other civil designers for project work.
• Travel to client's sites.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills And Experience

• Associates of Science Degree in Civil or other related discipline; or drafting related credentials.
• Twelve (12) or more years of working in a project team environment in the civil design of industrial projects, commercial development, power delivery experience, with specific experience in site grading and drainage design drawings, erosion and sediment control plans and details, SWPPP preparation, SPCC plans, construction pads drawings, and access road plan and profile design.
• Experience in preparing, reviewing, submitting, and site related design packages for client and environmental permits from a wide variety of regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency with one or more of the following civil engineering design tools: AutoDesk Civil 3D and AutoTurn.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work in a team environment.

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.

We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.

Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$85,679 - $130,899

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.