GFT · 6 hours ago
Senior Civil Designer / Civil 3D Technician
GFT is a privately held AEC firm seeking a Senior Civil Designer / Civil 3D Technician to join their Dams & Hydraulics Team in Phoenix, AZ. The role involves creating working terrain models and detailed design drawings for water management and infrastructure projects, while collaborating with engineers and ensuring project quality and compliance.
Responsibilities
Use Autodesk Civil 3D 2024 and later versions to create working terrain models, including surfaces, alignments, corridors and pipe networks
Prepare conceptual and detailed design drawings for projects using Autodesk tools such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD while following company and client standards, processes, and protocols
Have an interest or experience in Autodesk Revit design software and Esri ArcGIS Mapping Software
Navigate and utilize online project document control system (e.g., ProjectWise, BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud)
Prepare detailed design drawings for grading and site development, utility piping, process piping of moderate to advanced complexity, including developing alignments, profiles, cross sections and details
Perform volume/quantity calculations as required for infrastructure projects such as water and wastewater facilities, force mains, storm/sanitary sewer pipelines and water distributions
Working with other subject areas on multi-discipline projects including architectural, structural, and electrical
Working closely with staff engineers and other designers
Maintain project files/documentation including logs, quality control verifications, etc
Meet established budgets and delivery schedules for each assignment; for project/task scope schedule and budget
Participates in QA/QC processes and resolving redlines to meet project deadlines
Maintains Quality control and assurance CADD documents per company or client requirements
3D visual skills and programming is a plus
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in civil or mechanical design/drafting program
8-10 years of related experience
Project experience with site-civil / water & wastewater / storm water / erosion & sediment control design
Knowledge of construction drawings
Proficient in Design Software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D)
Functional experience with MS Office applications
Use Autodesk Civil 3D 2024 and later versions to create working terrain models, including surfaces, alignments, corridors and pipe networks
Prepare conceptual and detailed design drawings for projects using Autodesk tools such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD while following company and client standards, processes, and protocols
Have an interest or experience in Autodesk Revit design software and Esri ArcGIS Mapping Software
Navigate and utilize online project document control system (e.g., ProjectWise, BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud)
Prepare detailed design drawings for grading and site development, utility piping, process piping of moderate to advanced complexity, including developing alignments, profiles, cross sections and details
Perform volume/quantity calculations as required for infrastructure projects such as water and wastewater facilities, force mains, storm/sanitary sewer pipelines and water distributions
Working with other subject areas on multi-discipline projects including architectural, structural, and electrical
Working closely with staff engineers and other designers
Maintain project files/documentation including logs, quality control verifications, etc
Meet established budgets and delivery schedules for each assignment; for project/task scope schedule and budget
Participates in QA/QC processes and resolving redlines to meet project deadlines
Maintains Quality control and assurance CADD documents per company or client requirements
Preferred
3D visual skills and programming is a plus
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company
GFT
GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.
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2023-03-08Acquired
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