Lead Civil Designer - Site Design

Olsson • North Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

Olsson’s Site Design group provides multidisciplinary, preliminary, and construction design services for land development projects, including mixed-use, commercial, residential, industrial, sports venue, school, and other site developments. The company focuses on innovative and sustainable solutions that positively impact communities.

As a Civil Design Manager (Lead Civil Designer), you will lead quality assurance and quality control for the team, provide senior-level design review, and attend client meetings. You will direct and manage project staff on technical aspects of projects. The role may involve traveling to job sites during different construction stages and working in varied terrain and weather conditions.

The position offers flexible work options, including remote and hybrid schedules or work from an Olsson office in the specified regions or areas. Travel for in-office activities, client meetings, and site visits may be needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Drafting.
• 10 years of CAD software experience, including AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Project management skills for medium-sized projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Ability to travel for in-office activities, client visits, and site visits as needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage staff on technical aspects of projects, including coordination with all disciplines involved.
• Plan and oversee the quality review process for project deliverables.
• Serve as a consultative resource to clients for project resolution.
• Strengthen and further develop subject matter expertise in selected design areas.
• Provide senior-level design review for team projects and act as a resource for technical issues.
• Assist with project studies by completing drawings, sketching, or acquiring data, as needed.
• Promote efficiencies in producing quality work.
• Supervise and review assignments of less experienced staff.
• Attend client meetings and travel to job sites, as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) match.
• Tailored career development paths.
• Possibility of flexible work arrangements.
• Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Full-time benefits package, including health care, vision, dental, and paid time off.
• Opportunity to participate in a performance-based bonus system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree