Entry Level Civil Designer Jobs
New grad civil designer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, with employers like LaBella Associates, LandDesign, and GHD hiring at this level now.
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- Perform engineering calculations and create estimates.
- Develop drawings by modifying or replicating a prior project, applying changes and corrections from redlined drawings, and/or creating drawings from sketches of others or from own design.
- Ensure designs are in accordance with company and client production and design standards.
- Perform QA/QC by verifying design methodology, calculations, outcomes, etc.
- Interpret and understand drawings from multiple disciplines for specific projects and respond to requests for information regarding same.
- Conduct field inspections and surveys, investigate variables, obtain measurements, photographs, videos, and take notes; write reports documenting same.
- Research and apply code provisions to design.
- Work with senior engineers to create project designs.
- Utilize AutoCad Civil 3D on a daily basis.
- Research design options and document findings for project manager.
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Evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures, using own judgement to make adaptations and modifications to existing designs.
Assist Project Engineers and leaders as needed in the creation of designs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
- 0-2+ years of related experience.
- Engineer in Training preferred.
- Valid driver’s license preferred.
- Interest in Civil/Site Engineering projects; prior experience preferred but not required.
- Strong CAD skills, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, HydroCAD, and WaterCAD.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
- Attention to detail.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Land Development project experience is a plus.
Join our Civil/Site team and build your career alongside the best our industry has to offer. Whether facilitating a large warehousing complex, all-star sporting arena, commercial/residential development, or planning a mixed-use establishment in a downtown business district, joining Colliers Engineering & Design will accelerate YOUR success!
- Perform engineering calculations and create estimates.
- Develop drawings by modifying or replicating a prior project, applying changes and corrections from redlined drawings, and/or creating drawings from sketches of others or from own design.
- Ensure designs are in accordance with company and client production and design standards.
- Perform QA/QC by verifying design methodology, calculations, outcomes, etc.
- Interpret and understand drawings from multiple disciplines for specific projects and respond to requests for information regarding same.
- Conduct field inspections and surveys, investigate variables, obtain measurements, photographs, videos, and take notes; write reports documenting same.
- Research and apply code provisions to design.
- Work with senior engineers to create project designs.
- Utilize AutoCad Civil 3D on a daily basis.
- Research design options and document findings for project manager.
-
Evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures, using own judgement to make adaptations and modifications to existing designs.
Assist Project Engineers and leaders as needed in the creation of designs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
- 0-2+ years of related experience.
- Engineer in Training preferred.
- Valid driver’s license preferred.
- Interest in Civil/Site Engineering projects; prior experience preferred but not required.
- Strong CAD skills, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, HydroCAD, and WaterCAD.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
- Attention to detail.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Land Development project experience is a plus.
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Entry Level Civil Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level civil designer job?
Entry level civil designer roles favor candidates who bring a relevant degree in civil engineering or a related field, hands-on AutoCAD or Civil 3D skills, and concrete examples of project work, even from coursework or internships. A focused portfolio showing site plans, grading designs, or drainage layouts gives you a real edge over candidates who list software skills without demonstrating them.
Which companies hire entry level civil designers?
Companies hiring entry level civil designers right now include LaBella Associates, LandDesign, and GHD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of regional engineering consultancies, municipal agencies, and large infrastructure firms that regularly bring on junior staff to support active project pipelines.
Are there remote entry level civil designer jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are less common in civil design than in some other fields given the plan review and site coordination involved. About 34% of entry level civil designer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so hybrid arrangements are the most realistic target for candidates who want schedule flexibility at this stage.
Are these new grad civil designer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior civil designer roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and accepts internship work, capstone projects, or a portfolio in place of full professional experience. Look for language like "new graduates encouraged" or "0-2 years" in the requirements section as a reliable signal.
Which industries hire the most entry level civil designers?
Entry Level civil designer roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because infrastructure investment, land development, and public works projects require large teams where junior designers handle drafting, quantity takeoffs, and permit support under senior engineers.