Senior Civil Designer - DHI Engineering

Taleo Social Sourcing•Tampa, FL

About The Position

D.R. Horton is seeking a Senior Civil Designer to serve as lead designer on engineering design projects related to residential and site infrastructure development. The role involves coordinating assigned engineering work with project teams, monitoring work for compliance with applicable codes and accepted engineering practices and standards, and ensuring effective communication and coordination on assigned projects. The Senior Civil Designer develops, modifies, and reviews models, plans, details, and drawings for engineering systems and design components. The position requires a comprehensive understanding of complex residential and site projects, including drainage, grading, and infrastructure constraints. The designer plans and coordinates project design and technical work, supports project managers with schedules and budgets, reviews deliverables for quality before external release, and resolves technical issues with minimal oversight. The role may include supervisory responsibilities in the Operations Department, including employee hiring, training, work direction, performance appraisal, and problem resolution.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
Certification in CAD software and the specific Civil 3D platform.
At least 10 years of experience related to specific CAD and Civil 3D software.
At least 5 years of experience in detailed land development engineering.
Thorough knowledge and experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office platforms.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and email.
Ability to train and mentor CAD drafters, technicians, and engineering interns.
Ability to coordinate and lead multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously and make decisions using procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve results and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form or through DRH applications.
Extensive knowledge of CAD standards and advanced Civil 3D functionality.

Nice To Haves

GIS experience is preferred.
Willingness to learn and expand responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Serve as lead designer on engineering projects involving residential and site infrastructure development.
Develop, modify, and review models, plans, details, and drawings in accordance with established standards.
Apply knowledge of residential and site projects, including drainage, grading, and infrastructure constraints.
Implement project design criteria and coordinate with engineers, CAD designers and technicians, and sub-consultants as needed.
Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate the design and technical aspects of assigned projects.
Coordinate with project managers on project schedules and budget constraints through project completion.
Perform quality-control reviews of design elements and project deliverables before external release.
Identify, interpret, and resolve technical project issues with minimal oversight.
Analyze and stay informed about regulations and criteria from local, state, and federal agencies.
Conduct business professionally and ethically to serve customers and support the company.
May interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; and address complaints and problems.
Train and mentor CAD drafters, technicians, and engineering interns.
Coordinate and lead multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously.