Civil Designer Job at HDR in Oklahoma City

Civil Designer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves : What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Environmental, Operations and Construction (EOC) operates within HDR's Federal Business Group, capable of delivering services across all HDR business groups at any location. Our work is performed by our professional staff, scientists and engineers at remote sites, embedded in client office space or our own facilities. EOC delivers quality engineering, environmental, and construction management services at competitive prices.

In the role of Civil Designer, we'll count on you to :

• Provide code compliant repair solutions for failing pavements, foundations, drainage, etc. for facilities, runway / taxiways, and road infrastructure
• Develop and produce engineering specifications and cost estimates using specifications guides, engineering handbooks, building construction cost data, manufacturers publications, engineering standards for types of materials, fire and safety codes, and other published material
• Review engineering plans and specifications for compliance with federal and state regulations and ensures that design formats comply with applicable guidance
• Participate in the construction planning process by investigating proposed projects to obtain field data, check existing facilities and utilities, and to conceptualize the scope of the completed project
• Furnish sketches and layouts supplemented by verbal or written information for preparation of drawings
• Prepare modification / alteration design specifications considering existing structures, utilities, facilities and other considerations of projects that are not readily apparent
• Apply practical knowledge of engineering methods, techniques, architecture, and historical project data to ensure project requirements are complete
• Support project managers for development of design details

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Required Qualifications :

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic / Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Primary Location : United States-Oklahoma-Oklahoma City

Industry : Federal

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

Job Posting : Aug 7, 2025