Senior Level Civil Designer Jobs
Senior level civil designer jobs put experienced professionals in charge of project direction, technical standards, and the teams or workflows that deliver infrastructure from concept to construction. Most openings are 8% remote or hybrid, concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Kimley-Horn, Burns & McDonnell, and HDR hiring at this level now.
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- Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards
- Develop technical drawings and plans
- The person in this position will make and quality check drawings and plans of substantial complexity and may perform some multifaceted calculations
- Requires minimal supervision to perform day to day tasks
- Has knowledge of engineering principles and suggests design changes
- Maintains drawing database
- Will supervise and train CAD staff
- Coordinates work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control
- Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards
- 6+years of relevant experience
- High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)
- Ability to set up and manage printing/plotting settings
- Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products
- Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Willingness to mentor and teach others
- Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
- Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards
- Develop technical drawings and plans
- The person in this position will make and quality check drawings and plans of substantial complexity and may perform some multifaceted calculations
- Requires minimal supervision to perform day to day tasks
- Has knowledge of engineering principles and suggests design changes
- Maintains drawing database
- Will supervise and train CAD staff
- Coordinates work activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control
- Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and standards
- 6+years of relevant experience
- High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)
- Ability to set up and manage printing/plotting settings
- Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk or Bentley products
- Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Willingness to mentor and teach others
- Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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Senior Level Civil Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level civil designer job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who can own a project from preliminary design through construction documents without close supervision. Demonstrated experience leading site civil, grading, or utility design on complex projects carries significant weight, as does proficiency in Civil 3D or similar platforms. Showing that you have mentored junior staff or coordinated across disciplines gives you a clear edge over candidates with equivalent years of experience.
Which companies hire senior level civil designers?
Companies hiring senior level civil designers right now include Kimley-Horn, Burns & McDonnell, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers large national engineering and consulting firms as well as regional land development firms that need experienced designers who can run projects independently.
Are there remote senior level civil designer jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level involve at least occasional site coordination or client interaction. About 8% of senior level civil designer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the growing adoption of cloud-based design tools and digital project delivery across the industry.
What makes a civil designer role senior level?
Senior level civil designer roles are defined by ownership and scope. Where mid-level designers execute tasks within a defined framework, senior designers set the technical approach, make independent judgment calls on design solutions, and are accountable for deliverable quality. Mentoring junior and mid-level staff, coordinating directly with clients or permitting agencies, and leading multi-discipline project teams are all hallmarks of work at this stage.
Which industries hire the most senior level civil designers?
Senior Level civil designer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Infrastructure investment cycles, land development activity, and public works programs in these sectors consistently drive demand for experienced designers who can manage complex scopes and see projects through permitting and construction.