Assistant Civil Designer - Design Technology (Kansas City)

Description

An Assistant Civil Designer will assist in various phases of planning, proposal preparation, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation and environmental plans as part of a project team.

This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.

Assist with a variety of civil assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches.

Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and mark-ups on ongoing projects.

Assist with analyzing reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design projects.

Interpret and apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.

Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget, and schedule.

Compute volume calculations for excavation, dredging, and upland site grading.

Incorporate schedules, budgets and project criteria into civil design and layouts.

Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and two years related experience or associate's degree and three years related experience or four years progressive detailing and design experience.

Basic understanding of design software MicroStation, OpenRoads or OpenSite and Excel to develop the design deliverables.

Knowledge in Civil3D is desirable.

Basic knowledge in design, calculations and design systems.

Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of civil discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they

relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.

Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.

Excellent written & verbal communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

Job Computer Aided Drafting & Design

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations United States

Schedule : Full-time

Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID : 240286 Job Hire Type Experienced

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