Senior Civil Site Designer 2 -- Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Aurora, CO

9d•$85,679 - $130,899•Hybrid

About The Position

This role offers a hybrid work schedule with three days a week in the office. The Senior Site Designer works in a multidisciplinary team with designers and engineers on the design, modification, and analysis of substation sites, transmission lines, and similar power delivery systems. The role includes civil site drafting, modeling, and development work for a range of substation and transmission line projects, including 3D models, design drawings, plans and profiles, and construction-ready packages. The position also coordinates design work with engineers, project managers, and interdisciplinary teams, provides oversight and peer reviews for other civil designers, and involves travel to client sites. Sargent & Lundy describes its benefits as supporting employee health, well-being, and work-life balance. Eligible positions may also include participation in a yearly discretionary bonus. The listed compensation range is $85,679–$130,899.

Requirements

Associate of Science degree in Civil or another related discipline, or drafting-related credentials.
At least 12 years working in a project team environment in civil design for industrial projects, commercial development, or power delivery.
Specific experience with site grading and drainage design drawings, erosion and sediment control plans and details, SWPPP preparation, SPCC plans, construction pad drawings, and access road plan and profile design.
Experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting site-related design packages for clients and environmental permits from a wide variety of regulatory agencies.
Proficiency with one or more of AutoDesk Civil 3D and AutoTurn.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant, but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Responsibilities

Perform civil site drafting, modeling, and development for substation and transmission line projects.
Create 3D models, design drawings, plans and profiles, and construction-ready packages.
Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver complete and timely designs.
Provide oversight and peer reviews for other civil designers on project work.
Travel to client sites.