Senior Civil Designer [Urgent]

KAEKO•Avondale, AZ

33d

About The Position

About KAEKO: KAEKO, Inc. is an A/E design firm with expert staff that plans, designs, and executes complex MEP projects in the semi-conductor industry as well as Mechanical and Production Engineering, Civil, and Structural for land development projects. Our team includes engineering and design staff in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, and Architectural disciplines. At KAEKO we strive for the highest level of customer service throughout the entire project life cycle. We believe in managing client expectations through excellent communication. From project kick-off to completion, our team utilizes this approach to deliver projects that exceed expectations. $12,000.00 Sign-On Bonus (subject to terms and conditions): Sign-on bonuses are offered only to candidates who are hired directly by KAEKO. Candidates hired through outside recruiting agencies are not eligible for sign-on bonuses. This position includes a $12,000 Sign-On Bonus, paid in a lump sum following the successful completion of the first two weeks of employment and onboarding, and subject to applicable taxes and withholdings. Employees who voluntarily resign or are terminated for cause within the first twelve (12) months of employment are required to repay a prorated portion of the bonus. The prorated repayment will be calculated at $1,000 for each month of the first year of employment not completed. KAEKO provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, KAEKO complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. KAEKO expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant civil engineering experience with land development projects and/or a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
Superior proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, recent versions.
Advanced knowledge and experience with construction plan preparation for utility, stormwater, and land development/site design for local governmental agencies.
Advanced understanding of construction plan preparation and details.
Review and interpret and provide expert level technical input for multiple projects with proven success providing exceptional technical oversight on projects that meet contract specifications and technical standards to the client on time and within budget.
Hard working, detail oriented, and advance understanding of ACAD principles & practices.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite is required, and a high adaptability to learning new software and technology.
Possess advanced knowledge of design standards, principles, and practices.
Professionally perform multiple, detailed-oriented tasks with simultaneous deadlines.
Ability to work both individually and with a team.
Ability to give and take direction.
Solid writing and organization skills.
Team player with the ability to work well under pressure.
Understanding the importance of excellent customer service and maintaining a positive attitude.
Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning and coordinating new projects related to land development for site and commercial projects
Responsible for designing and developing civil layouts.
Establishing and improving standards, practices, guidelines, and specification for civil discipline area.
Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices and construction specifications.
Provide real time advice and decisions, technical in nature and cost estimates as needed to the project managers.
Review and direct revisions to design packages as required.
Review drawings and documents to assure compliance with company design and production standards
High level of attention to detail.
Takes pride in work and takes initiative to expand knowledge base.
Review as-builds, submittals and redlines.
Coordinate with all disciplines involved (Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Structural), including outside consultants and contractors.
Technical interface with code officials and contractors and customers.
Ability to use the latest version of Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD to prepare design drawings with plans and details as designated by the engineering team.
Must be able to work well in a team environment.
Participate in meetings with Customers, and Owners to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, and provide value engineering ideas.
Strong problem solving and critical-thinking skills when designing/developing engineered drawings.
Coordinate changes and gather information from various resources to enable correct information flow.
Review and interpret engineering specifications.
Mentor and provide professional guidance and training to junior level designers.