Designer - Land Development Job at BGE, Inc. in Houston

BGE, Inc. is a nationwide consulting firm that provides services in civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, construction management, survey and environmental services for public and private clients. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to include outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, career mapping and highly competitive time away from work programs to include dependent care and flexible Fridays.

Job Description

• Top level Civil designer, with 5+ years of experience
• Performs non-routine and complex assignments from verbal instructions and under minimal supervision; considerable CADD skills are required to visualize and portray complex design features
• May determine drawing sequence and presentation
• Design of grading/drainage, water/wastewater systems, stormwater detention facilities
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D AutoCAD Civil 3D, grading, alignments, profiles, corridors, earthwork, and experience with pipe networks, detention, storm sewer design
• Has working knowledge of land development engineering criteria and understands agency requirements and approval process
• Works closely with Project Managers; may recommend minor design changes requiring sound judgment and discretion and perform simple design calculations
• Reviews work performed by CAD Technicians I and II after submitting to Project Engineer
• May guide or be assisted by other technicians
• Understanding of local and state agency codes and ordinances relevant to the construction plan approval
• Prepare cost and quantity estimates

Job Requirements

• Prior professional computer drafting experience
• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D is a must
• Should have working knowledge of CAD manual drafting techniques and CAD standards
• Knowledge of construction plan preparation for land and /or site development projects
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Works well in a team oriented environment

BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.

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