Location: Scottsdale, AZ   Specialization: Land/Site Development

Senior Civil Designer

Residential & Site Development Civil 3D Power User

The Opportunity

This is a lead designer role supporting large-scale residential and site infrastructure projects for one of the most active development platforms in the country. You’ll be the go-to technical expert—owning design, driving standards, and mentoring others—while working closely with engineers and project managers to deliver projects that actually get built.

If you enjoy complex land development, take pride in clean, constructible plans, and want to be more than “just another CAD seat,” this role puts you squarely in the driver’s seat.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Senior Civil Designer, you’ll function as the technical backbone of project teams, leading design from concept through final deliverables.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Serve as lead designer on residential and site infrastructure projects

  • Develop, modify, and review Civil 3D models, grading plans, drainage, and utility layouts

  • Apply advanced CAD standards and Civil 3D functionality to produce high-quality, consistent deliverables

  • Interpret project criteria and coordinate with Engineers, Designers, Technicians, and subconsultants

  • Plan, schedule, and coordinate the technical aspects of multiple projects simultaneously

  • Support Project Managers with schedules, budgets, and technical input through project completion

  • Perform quality control reviews prior to external submission

  • Identify and resolve technical issues independently, with minimal oversight

  • Stay current with local, state, and federal regulations impacting land development projects

  • Mentor and train junior designers, technicians, and interns as needed

Leadership & Mentorship

This role may include supervisory responsibilities, including mentoring staff, assigning work, reviewing performance, and contributing to team development—all while maintaining high technical standards.

What They’re Looking For

Required Background

  • Associate degree or equivalent from a technical or two-year college

  • Certification in CAD software with advanced AutoCAD Civil 3D expertise

  • 10+ years of CAD/Civil 3D experience

  • 5+ years focused on detailed land development design

  • Strong understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, and site constraints

  • Ability to lead multiple projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

  • Comfortable working independently and within a multidisciplinary team

  • Proficient with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office

Preferred

  • GIS experience

  • Proven ability to train and mentor others

  • Willingness to continue expanding technical and leadership responsibilities

Why This Role Stands Out

  • High project volume with real-world impact

  • Strong internal engineering support and resources

  • Opportunity to be a technical leader, not just a production drafter

  • Long-term stability with room to grow

Compensation & Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) with company participation

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Life & Disability Insurance

  • Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

  • Company Holidays

  • Additional voluntary and company-provided benefits