Sr. Designer - Land Development

LJA; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LJA is seeking a Senior Civil Designer to lead civil design projects within the Land Development team in Nashville, TN. The ideal candidate will possess over 15 years of experience and advanced skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative work environment. This role emphasizes creativity and problem-solving and offers a supportive culture that fosters professional development.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible Work Schedule

Paid time off and holidays

Health, dental and vision plans

Paid maternity and parental leave

Education and tuition reimbursement programs

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in land development civil engineering.
• Advanced experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Completed CAD-related training.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs CAD Design assignments.
• Determines project deadlines and assists with design budgets.
• Performs design calculations and prepares material specifications.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Expertise

Creativity

Education

High school or technical school training in CAD

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

WaterCAD

SewerCAD

StormCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

LJA is seeking a dedicated Sr. Civil Designer for our Land Development team. This role is designed to help you achieve your full career potential by enhancing your professional development, excelling in your strengths, and fostering growth in new areas. You'll have the opportunity to lead projects that align with your interests, drive, and skills. Our team is highly motivated, enthusiastic about learning, and ready to take responsibility for projects. At LJA, you'll experience a culture of camaraderie, teamwork, and inclusivity, where you'll be part of something bigger. We maintain a supportive and encouraging environment, promoting mutual support and growth.

OPPORTUNITY AWAITS

At LJA, you will find the best of both worlds. LJA brings over 60 years of experience in engineering, planning, and surveying in the Southeast Region, offering opportunities to work on exciting projects for renowned regional brands. LJA complements this with its expertise across eight major market sectors, with over 80 office locations in nine states, providing numerous opportunities for professional development and growth. Our organizational structure is designed to empower you and facilitate a smoother path to successful project completion.

SUMMARY

This position plans and completes civil design for site/land projects with little or little to no supervision from the Engineer of Record.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

Our exciting and entrepreneurial culture will require you to think creatively, solve problems and meet the needs of our clients daily. A typical day might include the following:

• Independently performs CAD Design assignments with clear and specified objectives and involving conventional types of plans, surveys, investigations, structures or equipment.
• Work is reviewed for the application of sound professional judgment.
• Assist with establishing Design budgets based on work required
• Apply manpower needs for deadlines and budgets
• Determine and schedule project deadlines
• Assist with change order/revision documentation on plan sets
• Assist in implementing Cad Standards. I.e. Templates, Blocks, Details, Civil 3D Style Creation and Standards Manual
• Decision making and problem-solving
• Demonstrates advanced technical expertise
• Performs design calculations, prepares equipment or material specifications, and provides direction to technical support or drafting personnel
• Being familiar with Agency Submittals/Approvals as it applies to the project.
• Using general mathematical skills to manipulate standard design formulas.
• Interacting with internal project team members.
• Recognizes discrepancies in results and follows operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
• May exercise judgment in making selections and the adoption of alternatives.

“MUST HAVE” QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed a minimum of high school or technical school training with courses in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of experience in land development civil engineering.
• Advanced experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  
  

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE

• Credits in an ABET accredited Civil Engineering program.
• Experience with WaterCAD, SewerCAD, StormCAD, ICPR4, HEC-RAS, or other engineering software.

OWN YOUR FUTURE AT LJA

As a 100% employee-owned company, LJA Engineering, Inc. promotes an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 60 office locations, and over 3,000 employee-owners, LJA is growing and looking for talented people to join our team and grow their futures with us.

LJA is consistently ranked as a #1 Top Workplace and recognized as one of the Top Firms in the industry. We offer exceptional benefits that promote the health and financial security of our employee-owners and their families. A few of our benefits include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Optional Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid time off and holidays (including an office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day)
• Health, dental and vision plans with options
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Education and tuition reimbursement programs

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