Designer - Land Development

McIntosh Associates, an LJA Company, is seeking a dedicated Designer for our Land Development team. This role is designed to help you achieve your full career potential by enhancing your professional development, excelling in your strengths, and fostering growth in new areas. You'll have the opportunity to lead projects that align with your interests, drive, and skills. Our team is highly motivated, enthusiastic about learning, and ready to take responsibility for projects. At McIntosh/LJA, you'll experience a culture of camaraderie, teamwork, and inclusivity, where you'll be part of something bigger. We maintain a supportive and encouraging environment, promoting mutual support and growth.OPPORTUNITY AWAITSAt McIntosh/LJA, you will find the best of both worlds. McIntosh brings over 60 years of experience in engineering, planning, and surveying in Central Florida, offering opportunities to work on exciting projects for renowned regional brands. LJA complements this with its expertise across eight major market sectors, with over 60 office locations in nine states, providing numerous opportunities for professional development and growth. Our organizational structure is designed to empower you and facilitate a smoother path to successful project completion.SUMMARYThis position coordinates the design work for a project by applying engineering fundamentals under the direct supervision of the Project Manager.A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDEOur exciting and entrepreneurial culture will require you to think creatively, solve problems and meet the needs of our clients daily. A typical day might include the following:Preparing estimates of probable construction cost.Understanding standard construction materials and choosing appropriate specifications.Understanding storm design and its hydraulic components and ability to apply different criteria.Generating earthwork calculations considering stripping and compaction factors.Being familiar with Agency Submittals/Approvals as it applies to the project.Using general mathematical skills to manipulate standard design formulas.Interacting with outside agencies and project team members.Carrying out assigned duties as required.“MUST HAVE” QUALIFICATIONSMinimum of high school or technical school training with courses in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience.5+ years of extensive drafting and engineering technician experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for detailed civil site design/land development.Proficiency in site geometric design, grading design, drainage design and utility design.Effective communication skills both oral and written.Effective interpersonal skills with coworkers and public agency officials.Ability to build strong relationships.Ability to be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project needs.BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVEProficiency in the use of 3DS Max, SketchUp and/or ArcGIS.Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, StormCAD, ICPR, HEC-RAS and other engineering design software.Experience with MicroStation ORD.Previous work experience in an AEC related firm.OWN YOUR FUTURE AT LJAAs a 100% employee-owned company, LJA Engineering, Inc. promotes an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 60 office locations, and over 2,000 employee-owners, LJA is growing and looking for talented people to join our team and grow their futures with us.LJA is consistently ranked as a #1 Top Workplace and recognized as one of the Top Firms in the industry. We offer exceptional benefits that promote the health and financial security of our employee-owners and their families. A few of our benefits include:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Optional Flexible Work SchedulePaid time off and holidays (including an office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day)Health, dental and vision plans with optionsPaid maternity and parental leaveEducation and tuition reimbursement programsEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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