Site Civil BIM 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?

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We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

HDR is currently seeking a Site Civil BIM Designer to join our Building Engineering Services (BES) Group in our Charlotte, NC or Raleigh, NC office. This individual's primary responsibilities will be to:

* Work closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and a multi-discipline design team on a daily basis.
* Support the design and production of site civil construction documents related to Federal, Power, Architectural, Water/Wastewater, and Industrial Clients.
* Model and draft site civil design improvements in Civil 3D including, but not limited to, site survey, site layout, grading, drainage, storm water management systems, roadway, erosion and sediment control, landscaping, and site utilities.
* Model both gravity and pressure pipe networks.
* Support the development of construction drawings in Civil 3D to ensure that the files and plans adhere to HDR and/or client CAD standards.
* Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3D software
* Demonstrate an understanding of site civil design concepts including earthwork, surfaces, site grading, pipe networks, etc.
* Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and the 3D Coordination process
* Maintain an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
* Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
* Understanding of site civil design concepts, industry standards and practices
* Autodesk Civil 3D certification.
* Navisworks, MicroStation and OpenRoads experience is welcome.
* An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

* Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

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. Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Raleigh Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Building Site Civil Job Posting: May 22, 2026