Senior Civil CAD Designer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. 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? Watch Our Story: 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. As a key contributor in our BIM and digital delivery efforts, you’ll play a vital role in designing crucial facilities that support the community's sustainability and solid waste management goals. This position offers the opportunity to work independently while collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-impact projects. In the role of Senior Civil CAD Designer, we will count on you to: Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams that align with the project scope, schedule, and budget, supporting facilities such as transfer stations, recycling centers, and landfills. Demonstrate deep understanding of civil engineering design including site grading and drainage. Work within a specific discipline, independently and with minimal direction from the Engineer or other technical professionals. Own your discipline’s BIM model and generate high-quality elements aligned with the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope. Utilize advanced design software as specified in the Digital Delivery requirements to produce accurate and efficient drawings and figures. Accurately model BIM elements within spatial constraints using current 3D software, ensuring compliance and constructability. Produce clear, well-annotated documentation that enhances communication across teams and supports permitting and construction phases. Uphold company standards, while coordinating with other disciplines through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination processes. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge and experience using Revit to prepare architectural design drawings. Required Qualifications Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience. A minimum of 5 years related industry experience. Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure. Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool. Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools. Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts. Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential. What We Believe 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. Our Commitment 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. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Honolulu, Hawaii: $57,698 - $82,425. Primary Location United States-Hawaii-Honolulu Industry Waste Schedule Full-time Employee Status Regular BusinessClass Waste Services Job Posting Mar 5, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmpitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR, Inc.