Civil Designer - Municipal/Public Works

Overview

At Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF), our Designers play an essential supporting role in the production of a variety of infrastructure designs. This group helps to enhance, maintain and protect the communities we work, live, and play in. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in our communities by creating value through problem-solving and design. 

In this role, we are looking for an individual who is self-motivated, driven, and reliable; one who will identify opportunities to improve the quality of work and services and participate in their implementation. This position will include reviewing technical drawings and assisting in the preparation of construction documents. The ideal candidate should have knowledge in stormwater, water, wastewater, and roadway design. Operating in both the public and private sectors, the ideal candidate would be aware of all local, state, and federal regulations as they relate to those areas.

DBF’s portfolio includes projects of a wide variety, so if you are looking to expand your repertoire and improve your abilities, this position is the perfect fit for you. We also offer opportunities for promotion if you meet our needs. This is an in-person position only. No hybrid or remote work is available at this time.

Responsibilities

• Utilize design software, computer aided drafting, and other applicable tools to plan, design, and permit municipal/public works projects such as water infrastructure (including but not limited to supply, treatment, distribution, and storage), sanitary sewer infrastructure (including but not limited to collection, conveyance, treatment and disposal), roadway and streetscape improvements, drainage studies, and stormwater conveyance/management.
• Perform civil design analysis and calculations according to project requirements.
• Prepares and/or assists in preparing correspondence, cost estimates and bid documents for clients.
• Perform field activities such as observing and recording existing field conditions and taking verifying measurements within project areas.
• Incorporate all information from surveys, project documentation, and jurisdiction codes into design.
• Use feedback to modify existing designs and develop solutions
• Provide timely technical assistance. 
  

Education & Skills

The preferred candidate would possess at least a two (2) year degree in civil engineering and/or a minimum of two (2) years of related experience with preparation of construction details and drawings is preferred.

Key Qualifications

The preferred candidate should be:

• Detail Oriented – Ability to exercise attention to detail.
• Client Focused – Ability to respond to client needs in a timely manner.  
• An Effective Communicator – Ability to clearly communicate ideas, actively listen, and ask appropriate questions. 
• A Critical Thinker – Ability to problem solve, make good decisions, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.   

Benefits

We attract the best in the industry with our competitive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Annual paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Flexible summer hours
• Education Assistance and professional licensing reimbursement
• Flexible savings account
• Bonus pay