Mid Level Civil Designer Jobs
Mid level civil designer jobs go to professionals ready to own project deliverables, coordinate across disciplines, and produce construction-ready designs with limited day-to-day oversight. Openings are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, with 21% of roles offering remote or hybrid flexibility, and employers like Kiewit, HDR, and OHM Advisors hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Job Summary: The Civil Designer is generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of civil/structural assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. With experience in this level, you are expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex civil/structural assignments. This work will be performed under general supervision in Longview, TX.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
- Recognizing project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
- Reviewing and comprehending the latest information available regarding civil/structural calculations, equipment drawings and layouts or drawings from other disciplines before initiating design effort on specific drawings.
- Drafting civil/structural plans under minimal supervision.
- Being knowledgeable of civil material specifications to the extent that all information required for material purchase, fabrication and construction is reflected on the finished drawings.
- Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
- Performing field related work collecting design information and verifying designs for tie-ins, function and clearances to existing facility.
- Performing temporary field support activities, where assigned, for engineering support during construction.
- Assisting engineers with cost and material estimated and preliminary design studies.
- Checking the accuracy and quality of drawings developed by drafters, when assigned, based on information conveyed by engineering calculations, equipment and discipline drawings.
- Displays some capacity for mentoring entry level and new teammates.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.
Experience: Requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural drafting and design.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to produce drawings for concrete and structural steel, and/or civil disciplines.
- Familiarity with specifications and details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
- Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
- Ability to create accurate civil/structural construction documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.
- Knowledge and understanding of work flow/information flow between disciplines.
- Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all civil/structural deliverables.
- Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
- Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Good presentation skills.
- Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships continue to develop and providing interoffice execution support under general supervision.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
INTRODUCTION
Job Summary: The Civil Designer is generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete design of civil/structural assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. With experience in this level, you are expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex civil/structural assignments. This work will be performed under general supervision in Longview, TX.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
- Recognizing project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
- Reviewing and comprehending the latest information available regarding civil/structural calculations, equipment drawings and layouts or drawings from other disciplines before initiating design effort on specific drawings.
- Drafting civil/structural plans under minimal supervision.
- Being knowledgeable of civil material specifications to the extent that all information required for material purchase, fabrication and construction is reflected on the finished drawings.
- Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
- Performing field related work collecting design information and verifying designs for tie-ins, function and clearances to existing facility.
- Performing temporary field support activities, where assigned, for engineering support during construction.
- Assisting engineers with cost and material estimated and preliminary design studies.
- Checking the accuracy and quality of drawings developed by drafters, when assigned, based on information conveyed by engineering calculations, equipment and discipline drawings.
- Displays some capacity for mentoring entry level and new teammates.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.
Experience: Requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in civil/structural drafting and design.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to produce drawings for concrete and structural steel, and/or civil disciplines.
- Familiarity with specifications and details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
- Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
- Ability to create accurate civil/structural construction documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.
- Knowledge and understanding of work flow/information flow between disciplines.
- Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all civil/structural deliverables.
- Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
- Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Good presentation skills.
- Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships continue to develop and providing interoffice execution support under general supervision.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Mid Level Civil Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level civil designer job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight projects where you took a deliverable from concept through final design, managed revisions with clients or reviewers, and coordinated with other disciplines. Emphasize proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or comparable software, familiarity with grading, drainage, or utility design, and any experience guiding less experienced staff. Tailor each application to the specific project types the employer handles.
Which companies hire mid level civil designers?
Companies hiring mid level civil designers right now include Kiewit, HDR, and OHM Advisors, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of mid-size engineering consultancies, large infrastructure firms, and public-sector project delivery teams that need designers who can carry a full project workload independently.
Are there remote mid level civil designer jobs?
Yes, though most civil design roles still lean toward on-site or hybrid arrangements given coordination demands. About 21% of mid level civil designer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with fully remote positions most common at firms using cloud-based design platforms and serving clients across multiple regions. On-site roles tend to be tied to active construction projects.
How do I move up to a mid level civil designer role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from progressively owning more of the design process. Early in your career, focus on mastering core tools like Civil 3D and understanding how grading, drainage, and utility systems interact. Over time, take initiative on full plan sets, volunteer for client-facing coordination, and document measurable outcomes on each project. Earning an EIT credential and building a portfolio of completed designs strengthens the case for a mid level title.
Which industries hire the most mid level civil designers?
Mid Level civil designer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because their projects, ranging from land development and roadway improvements to water infrastructure, require designers who can manage technical deliverables across multiple phases without constant supervision.