Senior Civil Structural Designer

GAS GLOBAL SERVICES; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Designer in Houston, TX for a contract-to-hire engagement starting October 2026. The role involves leading civil/structural design efforts and guiding designers through detailed drawings.

You will develop 2D/3D models, supervise juniors, ensure codes compliance, and coordinate with engineers to align with project scope and schedule. Strong leadership, communication, and technical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of experience in civil/structural design.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, CADWorx, Navisworks and ReCap/scanning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Strong leadership and communication skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review 2D/3D models and detailed drawings.
• Lead the development of civil and structural design plans and details.
• Ensure design work complies with codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers and other disciplines to align design with project scope and schedule.
• Supervise and mentor junior designers and drafters.
• Perform site visits to verify design implementations.
• Manage time to balance multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Skills

Civil design

Steel design

Concrete/foundation design

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Degree or Higher

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

CADWorx

Navisworks

ReCap/scanning

Microsoft Office

Adobe/Bluebeam

Job description

Senior Civil Structural Designer

JOB-10047609

Anticipated Start Date

October 5, 2026

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract-to-hire

Employer Info

Our client is a multi-faceted company providing full-service engineering services from start-up to completion phases, including conceptual front-end engineering, detailed engineering, procurement, construction management, and commissioning and start-up phases on small to mid-size projects.

Job Summary

The Sr. Civil/Structural Designer is responsible for performing civil/structural design and for managing and guiding designers in the creation of detailed civil and structural designs. The role involves coordination with project members, engineers, and clients to deliver high-quality and cost-effective solutions.

Job Description

• Develop and review 2D/3D models and detailed drawings using civil/structural design tools and software
• Lead the development of civil and structural design plans and details
• Ensure that all design work complies with relevant codes, standards, and client requirements
• Coordinate with engineers and other disciplines to align design efforts with project scope and schedule
• Supervise and mentor junior designers and drafters
• Perform site visits to ensure the accuracy of design implementations
• Manage time effectively to balance multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines without compromising quality

Skills Required

• Experience:
  • Civil design, including grading, drainage, containment, sumps, underground (UG) sewers, plant roads, and railroads
  • Steel design, including process structures, skids, pipe racks, pipe bridges, pipe supports, and platforms
  • Concrete/foundation design, including spread footings, mats, drilled shafts, piles, pump foundations, and equipment foundations
• Minimum of 15–20 years of experience in civil/structural design
• AutoCAD, Civil 3D, CADWorx, Navisworks, and ReCap/scanning
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Adobe and Bluebeam
• Project scope development and estimating
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail

Education/Training/Certifications

• Hig"h School Degree or Higher

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factors protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.