Senior Civil Designer

D&K Co. AEC Talent Solutions•Fort Worth, TX

16d

About The Position

Innovation isn't just a buzzword its the blueprint behind every road, subdivision, and site we touch. As our Senior Civil Designer , you'll play a vital role in transforming visionary concepts into real-world designs that shape the communities of tomorrow. You wont just be drafting plans you'll be engineering progress . From grading and drainage design to collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, you'll bring creative precision, problem-solving power, and technical mastery to every project that passes your desk. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, excellence, and ingenuity drive success, this is your opportunity to lead from the drawing board forward.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in Land Development and 5+ years of hands-on experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Deep knowledge of civil infrastructure design including grading, drainage, paving, water, and sewer systems.
Strong ability to interpret and integrate consultant drawings, reports, and survey data into construction documents.
Proven record of managing competing priorities, meeting deadlines, and maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
A collaborative, proactive, and professional demeanor with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A passion for precision, innovation, and creating designs that stand the test of time.

Responsibilities

Manage and produce civil design and construction drawings across commercial, residential, industrial, and public infrastructure projects.
Apply your expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D to craft detailed, compliant, and buildable designs that stand up to real-world conditions.
Conduct grading, drainage, paving, water, and sewer design with precision and efficiency.
Partner closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and sub-consultants to ensure alignment across every stage of project development.
Participate in Project Kickoff Meetings and Design Charrettes , contributing insights that elevate design quality and client satisfaction.
Research ordinances, regulations, and standards to guide compliant, forward-thinking design solutions.
Lead Construction Drawing completion delegating tasks, reviewing checklists, and performing QC on all assigned sheets.
Prepare quantity take-offs, exhibits, and detailed cost estimates to support project proposals and design submissions.
Review surveys, feedback, and consultant drawings, providing recommendations that improve accuracy and efficiency.
Support and train junior drafters and designers, helping develop the next generation of civil design talent.
Promote collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the design team.