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Senior Civil Designer
Senior Civil Designer-March 2024
Chicago
Mar 29, 2026
About Senior Civil Designer

  Job Description:

  General Summary:

  The Senior Civil Designer, with some supervision from the Manager of Civil Engineering, will prepare site development plans and specifications for commercial and industrial sites in conformance to client requirements and local ordinances. The Senior Civil Designer will work with and advise other disciplines on site issues that may impact architectural development and building systems and develop criteria for sub-consultant services for review by the Manager of Civil Engineering.

  Essential Job Functions:

  With some assistance, review and/or establish project scope, civil budget, design approach and applicable constraints with the Manager of Civil Engineering, Project Manager, and/or client as appropriate

  Prepare feasibility studies and civil cost estimates

  With assistance, formulate design of civil systems including underground utilities, paving, grading, and drainage for various sized projects

  Develop site layout(s) in accordance with zoning and other applicable ordinances and requirements

  With assistance, edit or draft project specifications

  Prepare working drawings for construction on CAD with support from department staff where applicable

  Conduct field measuring and/or survey verification at project site and perform basic topographic surveying for minor projects.

  Review drawings for omissions, errors, overall quality, content accuracy, and compliance with standards and codes

  Review product submittals (shop drawings) for conformance with contract documents, specify action necessary for compliance

  Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, and other project correspondence

  Perform necessary calculations and prepare supporting documentation.

  With Project Manager, attend meetings with governmental agencies as required for obtaining site plan approval (ability to address public and governmental groups in open meetings is essential)

  Coordinate project with other disciplines and advise of site/building system conflicts

  Prepare site plan submittal documents in accordance with local requirements

  Research and evaluate design options for consideration by senior engineer, Project Manager and/or client

  Prepare and monitor project budgets for smaller, less complex projects

  Monitor project schedules and work toward timely completion of assigned tasks

  Develop cost and quantity estimates

  Visit construction site to monitor progress and other duties per the contract documents

  Perform related duties as assigned

  Employment Qualifications:

  Education:

  Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related degree

  EIT preferred

  Experience:

  7-10 years of related experience in site design and civil engineeringSkills/Competencies:

  Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Bluebeam

  Knowledge in Infraworks and BIM 360 a bonus

  Knowledge of roadway geometric design and state and federal environmental laws

  Proficiency in hydraulic and hydrology system design

  Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

  Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work (https://topworkplaces.com/company/ghafari-associates-l-l/freep/) , Crain’s Cool Place to Work (https://www.crainsdetroit.com/cool) , and a Best and Brightest (https://www.ghafari.com/news-and-views/ghafari-is-a-best-and-brightest-company-in-detroit-chicago-west-michigan) company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects (https://www.ghafari.com/projects) .

  Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We provide flexible work environments allowing team members a schedule that benefits them, whether it is fully remote, hybrid or an in-office experience.

  Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

  Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!

  Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways:

  Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs)

  By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources

  By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources

  In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126.

  By email at [email protected]

  If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.

  It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.

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