Sr. Civil Designer (19635)

Arion; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Arion in Houston, TX seeks a Sr. Civil Designer to lead civil earthworks design for onshore facilities and site development. You will guide junior designers, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and suppliers, and oversee grading, drainage, and site preparation work.

The role requires 10+ years in civil design, proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and strong communication. Some field support and travel to project sites are possible.

Qualifications

• Bacheloric or equivalent in drafting/design or related field and 10+ years of civil design experience in heavy industrial projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, review, and verification of civil drawings for onshore facilities and infrastructure.
• Develop site grading, earthwork designs, and stormwater/drainage layouts.
• Prepare civil plans, sections, profiles, and design deliverables.
• Mentor junior/intermediate designers and ensure constructability of designs.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and suppliers to support project delivery.
• Support field verification and design clarification to resolve issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in drafting/ Civil design

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary:

The Sr. Civil Designer leads the review and development of civil earthworks designs for onshore facilities and site development projects, ensuring accuracy, safety, and constructability. This role provides guidance to junior designers, coordinates with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and suppliers, and oversees the development of grading, drainage, site preparation, and other civil earthworks designs. The position also supports construction and site activities as needed, maintaining effective communication across the project team to drive successful project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, review, and verification of civil design drawings and deliverables for onshore facilities and infrastructure projects.
• Develop and review site grading and earthwork designs, including cut/fill plans, finished grades, slopes, berms, and site preparation requirements.
• Develop and review stormwater and drainage systems, including ditches, culverts, storm sewers, swales, detention/retention features, and drainage structures.
• Develop and review layouts for roads, access ways, driveways, parking areas, laydown areas, equipment pads, and other site improvements.
• Prepare and review civil plans, details, sections, profiles, and other design deliverables in accordance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Interpret survey, topographic, geotechnical, and other project information and incorporate applicable data into civil design deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate designers and review design deliverables for accuracy, completeness, quality, and constructability.
• Support clients, project teams, and construction activities through design coordination, field verification, technical clarification, and resolution of civil design issues.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation activities.
• Maintain clear and proactive communication with project teams and clients to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
• Performs related duties, as needed.

Qualifications / Education Requirements:

• Associate's degree or technical diploma in drafting, design technology, civil design, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in civil design, preferably supporting industrial, oil and gas, energy, or other heavy industrial projects.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret technical information applicable to civil design, including survey data, geotechnical information, engineering drawings, specifications, and design criteria.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Software:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D required.
• Experience working with survey, topographic, point cloud, or other site data preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily conducted in an office environment but may require occasional local travel to site locations may be required.
• Field duties may require outdoor work in a plant or facility.
• When on field assignment you may be required to work in a plant and/or shop areas around production machinery subject to varying temperatures and noise.
• May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.
• May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Reasonable Accommodation):

• Ability to lift and carry up to ten (10) pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including sufficient clarity of speech, hearing, or other communication capabilities.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Sufficient visual acuity or other observational abilities to review documents, perform analysis, and conduct investigations.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to perform routine office tasks such as typing and using standard office equipment.
• Sufficient mobility to perform office duties and travel to off-site locations as needed.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when visiting operational or field locations, as required by the safety department.