Senior Civil Designer

LDC Inc•Woodinville, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

LDC, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Designer to lead civil design production for land development projects. This role involves ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality deliverables while supporting project teams and upholding the company's commitment to 'Service Above the Standard'. The Senior Civil Designer will lead Civil CAD production and provide operational oversight for drafting resources, standards, and workflows. This position is responsible for maintaining production quality, coordinating staff workload, developing CAD personnel, and improving systems for efficient project delivery. It serves as the highest level within the Civil CAD career path and contributes department-level leadership, technical direction, and production planning.

Requirements

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering plan production, CAD standards, and applicable municipal and state requirements.
Ability to interpret technical design information to support complex civil CAD production and technical direction.
Effective use of Microsoft Office Suite.
Sound technical and operational judgment when resolving complex production, staffing, and workflow issues.
Advanced knowledge of CAD workflows, standards, and production processes to department operations.
Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Takes accountability for assigned responsibilities, deadlines, and work quality.
Maintains attention to detail, organization, and reliable follow-through.
Adapts to changing business needs, project demands, and staffing priorities.
Communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Builds and maintains positive professional relationships with coworkers, project partners, and leadership.
Takes initiative in carrying out assigned responsibilities and identifying appropriate next steps.
Exercises sound professional judgment in decision-making and problem-solving.
Maintains confidentiality when handling sensitive company, client, employee, or project information.
Twelve (12) or more years of progressively responsible CAD experience.
Three (3) or more years of experience supervising CAD staff and overseeing CAD production.
Experience developing staff, managing production workload, and improving CAD production processes.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer, printer, copier, and telephone.
Ability to perform repetitive, fine hand and arm movements associated with computer use and document handling.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in computer-aided drafting, engineering technology, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the quality and consistency of civil engineering drawings and plan sets.
Review graphics and CAD engineering plans for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards.
Maintain and update company CAD standards, templates, details, and production procedures.
Provide advanced technical direction related to AutoCAD, Civil 3D, civil plan production, and drafting standards.
Resolve complex CAD, software, workflow, and production issues.
Evaluate and implement software tools and production methods that improve quality and efficiency.
Oversee outside consultants supporting CAD and graphics production.
Coordinate with project managers to identify production requirements, priorities, schedules, and staffing needs.
Plan and assign CAD production workload based on project deadlines, staff capacity, and technical requirements.
Monitor production progress and adjusts assignments to support timely project delivery.
Manage the organization and maintenance of project directories and CAD production files.
Develop and implement processes that improve productivity, consistency, and workflow efficiency.
Maintain production records and prepares related reports and correspondence.
Coordinate the maintenance of printers, plotters, software resources, equipment, and supplies used for CAD production.
Lead, mentor, and develop CAD technicians.
Establish clear work expectations and provides technical direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
Review completed work and evaluates employee performance, work quality, and technical development.
Identify training needs and provides or coordinates instruction in software applications, drafting procedures, and company standards.
Conduct performance reviews for direct reports.
Participate in the hiring and selection of CAD staff and provides recommendations to senior management.
Support succession planning and continued development within the Civil CAD career path.
Promote consistent production practices, accountability, and collaboration across the CAD team.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.