Civil Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Civil DesignerDesign the Infrastructure That Shapes Communities

Are you a skilled Civil Designer who enjoys transforming concepts into buildable solutions? Join a collaborative team where your expertise will directly contribute to impactful projects ranging from land development and transportation infrastructure to water resources and utility systems.

In this role, you'll work alongside engineers, project managers, and technical professionals to develop innovative civil design solutions for a diverse portfolio of projects. If you're passionate about problem-solving, enjoy working with industry-leading design tools, and want to see your designs come to life, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Civil Designer, you will play a critical role in the planning, design, and development of civil engineering projects by:

• Designing site development, land development, roadway, utility, drainage, airport, and infrastructure projects.
• Creating detailed engineering drawings, layouts, calculations, and construction documents.
• Utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software to develop and refine project designs.
• Preparing grading plans, drainage studies, stormwater management designs, and utility layouts.
• Analyzing survey data, topographic information, reports, maps, and geotechnical data to support project development.
• Incorporating applicable local, state, and federal design standards, codes, and specifications.
• Performing quantity calculations, including earthwork, excavation, dredging, and grading volumes.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs align with project scope, schedule, budget, and client requirements.
• Reviewing drawings for accuracy, quality, constructability, and compliance.
• Updating and maintaining project documentation, drawing files, and design records.
• Assisting in resolving design challenges and identifying practical engineering solutions.
• Supporting project teams throughout various stages of project delivery.

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Drafting Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field and 3+ years of related experience; OR
• Associate degree in a related field and 5+ years of related experience; OR
• 9+ years of progressive civil design and drafting experience.
• Experience designing civil site, land development, transportation, drainage, or utility projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong knowledge of civil design principles, calculations, and construction documentation.
• Experience interpreting engineering standards, specifications, and design criteria.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MicroStation and other civil design platforms.
• Familiarity with stormwater management, erosion and sediment control design, and utility coordination.
• Knowledge of airport, transportation, or public infrastructure projects.
• Experience working in a consulting engineering environment.

Key Skills for Success

• Advanced Civil 3D and AutoCAD capabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach
• Ability to work independently while contributing to larger project goals

Why Join Us?

• Work on diverse and meaningful infrastructure projects that improve communities.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers, designers, and industry professionals.
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of project types and technical challenges.
• Grow your technical expertise through hands-on project experience.
• Be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and professional development.

Work Environment

This position operates within a collaborative, multidisciplinary project environment where teamwork and technical excellence drive success. You'll work closely with engineers, project managers, and fellow designers while leveraging advanced design software to develop high-quality solutions that meet client and project objectives.

Apply Today

If you're a detail-oriented Civil Designer who enjoys creating practical, innovative engineering solutions and wants to contribute to projects that make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

Build the infrastructure of tomorrow. Start your next chapter with us today.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.