Civil Designer
Actalent
Overland Park, KS (In Person)
Full-Time
Skill Insights
Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.
Job Description
Civil Designer Overview Join a nationally recognized engineering and design firm known for delivering large-scale, impactful infrastructure projects across the U.S. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex civil design work that directly shapes communities-while continuing to grow within a highly collaborative, employee-focused environment. As a Civil Drafter, you'll support a wide range of technically challenging projects, developing high-quality, construction-ready designs across areas like site development, land development, roadways, drainage and stormwater systems, utilities, and more. What You'll Be Doing + Create detailed civil design drawings and supporting calculations for a variety of infrastructure projects + Develop layouts, size components, and turn concepts into fully constructible documents + Perform grading, excavation, and earthwork calculations + Apply relevant codes, standards, and design criteria to ensure compliance and quality + Incorporate project scope, schedule, and budget into practical design solutions + Manage drawing updates and maintain organized project files + Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams + Participate in quality reviews to ensure accuracy, constructability, and consistency What They're Looking For + Experience in civil infrastructure and site/land development projects + Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Excel + Strong understanding of civil design principles, calculations, and industry standards + Detail-oriented with solid communication and problem-solving skills Why This Role Stands Out + Opportunity to work with a well-established, highly respected engineering firm known for complex, high-visibility projects + Strong, employee-owned culture that emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and long-term success + Exposure to technically challenging work that moves from concept through construction + Clear pathways for career development and growth within the organization + Stable, forward-looking environment with consistent investment in both people and projects Work Environment This is primarily an office-based role, working alongside experienced professionals using industry-standard design tools. The team emphasizes high-quality deliverables, strong organization, and meeting project timelines in a collaborative setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland Park, KS. Pay and Benefit To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account