Civil Designer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Civil Designer

Job Description

This position involves performing detailed calculations, quantity take-offs, and other design details for commercial, residential, and educational projects. The majority of the work focuses on K-12 projects, with some private sector work primarily in commercial projects. The role requires working on the AutoCAD platform to produce construction documents and using Civil 3D for design.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed calculations and quantity take-offs for various projects.
• Produce construction documents using AutoCAD.
• Design using Civil 3D software.
• Engage in projects related to K-12 educational facilities, as well as some commercial work.
• Occasionally attend site visits for planning meetings and drawing reviews.
• Act as a mid-level liaison between junior production staff and project managers.
• Delegate tasks to junior staff and manage projects with minimal oversight.

Essential Skills

• Over 4 years of experience in AutoCAD and Civil 3D design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Experience with grading, surfacing, and sanitary/sewer design projects.
• Site and land development project experience.
• Strong Civil 3D design skills.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester Hills, MI.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $42.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Rochester Hills,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

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