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Pennoni

Senior Civil Designer

Haddon Heights, NJ

$43 - $60/hr

In particular, we are looking for a Senior Civil Designer to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Haddon Heights, NJ. This person will be expected to contribute to our Site ...

Pennoni

Senior Civil Designer

Haddon Heights, NJ · On-site

$43 - $60/hr

In particular, we are looking for a Senior Civil Designer to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Haddon Heights, NJ. This person will be expected to contribute to our Site ...

Blueprint Hires

Sr. Civil Designer

Woodinville, WA

An industry-leading engineering firm specializing in civil engineering, surveying, and land use planning is seeking a Senior Designer to lead the production of high-quality CAD drawings, ensuring ...

Kimley-Horn

Senior Civil Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Our Dallas, Texas (TX) office is looking for a Senior Civil Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Development Services team! * Implement and manage drafting and plan preparation standards

Kimley-Horn

Senior Civil Designer

Dallas, TX

$100K - $107K/yr

Overview Our Dallas, Texas (TX) office is looking for a Senior Civil Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Development Services team! Responsibilities * Implement and manage drafting and ...

Pennoni

Senior Civil Designer

Milton, DE · On-site

In particular, we are looking for a Senior Designer to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Milton, DE. This person will be expected to contribute primarily to our Site/Civil ...

Pennoni

Senior Civil Designer

Milton, DE · On-site

In particular, we are looking for a Senior Designer to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Milton, DE. This person will be expected to contribute primarily to our Site/Civil ...

Kimley-Horn

Senior Civil Designer

Dallas, TX

$100K - $107K/yr

Overview Our Dallas, Texas (TX) office is looking for a Senior Civil Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Development Services team! Responsibilities * Implement and manage drafting and ...

Kimley-Horn

Senior Civil Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$98K - $104K/yr

Overview Our Dallas, Texas (TX) office is looking for a Senior Civil Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Development Services team! Responsibilities * Implement and manage drafting and ...

Worley

Senior Civil Designer

Reading, PA · On-site

You will provide civil design services to Worley and its customers, including technical support and supervision within the civil design team. Responsibilities: * As a Senior Designer, you will be ...

Timmons Group

Senior Civil Designer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

We are always accepting applications from experienced Senior Civil Designer candidates to join our team. While we may not have an immediate need at your level in your location of choice, we can hold ...

IMEG

Senior Civil Designer | Anaheim, CA

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Senior Civil Designer | Anaheim, CA IMEG is hiring a Senior Civil Designer in Anaheim, Ontario, Pasadena or Las Vegas to lead design efforts for moderate to complex civil projects and support the ...

Timmons Group

Senior Civil Designer

Richmond, VA

We are always accepting applications from experienced Senior Civil Designer candidates to join our team. While we may not have an immediate need at your level in your location of choice, we can hold ...

IMEG

Senior Civil Designer | Anaheim, CA

Pasadena, CA

$100K - $130K/yr

Senior Civil Designer | Anaheim, CA IMEG is hiring a Senior Civil Designer in Anaheim, Ontario, Pasadena or Las Vegas to lead design efforts for moderate to complex civil projects and support the ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance senior civil designer in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Senior Civil Designer vs Civil Engineer?

AspectFreelance Senior Civil DesignerCivil Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a diploma or degree in civil design or related field, with extensive experienceRequires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and licensure in many regions
Work EnvironmentIndependent or contract-based, often working on specific projects for multiple clientsUsually employed by engineering firms, government agencies, or construction companies
Industry UsageCommonly hired for specialized design tasks, project planning, and draftingInvolved in project planning, design, analysis, and overseeing construction

While both roles involve civil design work, Freelance Senior Civil Designers focus on specialized design tasks independently, whereas Civil Engineers often have broader responsibilities including project management and engineering analysis within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Senior Civil Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Civil Designer/Senior Civil Designer

Timmons Group

Richmond, VA • On-site

$65K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

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Company rating: 9.7 out of 10

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Job description

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Job Description
Timmons Group is always accepting applications from experienced Civil Designer/Senior Civil Designer candidates to join our team for future opportunities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
  • As an individual contributor, uses professional judgment to direct and independently complete assigned engineering designs.
  • Actively assists the Project Manager, or acts as Project Manager, and assigns tasks and schedules to Project Engineers and project team members, answers questions and monitors progress.
  • Checks the accuracy (formal and informal QA/QC) of assigned tasks completed by other engineering and technical staff.
  • Makes major design decisions that meet the needs of external customers while coordinating the impact of such decisions on related project efforts.
  • Pro-actively identifies technical, schedule or financial issues and seeks resolution from the Project Manager and/or the client, as appropriate to the situation.
  • Assists the client in bidding or contractor selection if authorized by the Project Manager.
  • Monitors construction and supervises field personnel assigned to a task, data collection or a specific project.
  • Responds to contractor questions and issues, and prepares and issues project addendum as needed.
  • Recommends and prepares change orders.
  • Participates in the creation of engineering services proposals, including the calculation/estimation of time schedules and costs of the proposed work.
  • Independently communicates on technical matters with the client.
  • Acts as technical expert on assigned projects when operating as an individual contributor and acts as Project Manager on smaller scope or specialty projects as assigned.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
  • Ideal candidates will have at least five years of civil design experience
  • Intermediate to advanced ability to use AutoCAD Civil 3D or Microstation software and other engineering automation tools (Revit, BIM 360)
  • Must be capable of correctly operating technical analysis equipment and computer equipment
  • Must possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills, and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans
  • Must possess strong analytical and problem solving skills, and be able to apply professional knowledge to the solution of both routine and non-routine tasks and engineering activities
  • Is expected to develop financial project management skills through assigned project work and assigned project management assignments
  • Must exhibit maturity, professionalism and a willingness to solve internal and external client problems
  • Must demonstrate two-way communication to effectively work with internal staff and external clients

Compensation: Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $70,000-$110,000. Offers are based on a range of job-related factors such as internal equity, experience, skills, education, credentials and role complexity. Information on our comprehensive benefits package be found here.
Qualifications
Additional Information
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company's Vision, Mission and Shared Values.
Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a "Best Firm to Work For" by CE News. With 21 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record's (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.

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