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Hourly Civil Designer Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Wood Plc

Civil Designer

Durham, NC · On-site

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is recruiting an Engineering Designer/Draftsperson for our Civil Engineering group in our Durham or Wilmington, North Carolina offices. This individual will be part ...

Becker Morgan

Civil Designer

Clayton, NC · On-site

... for civil projects. Essential Duties/Responsibilities included but not limited to: * Perform CAD drafting of engineering designs and preparation of final building site and development plans.

Larson Design Group

Civil Designer - Energy

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$60K - $89K/yr

From designing innovative solutions to building stronger communities, we approach every project ... Utilizes software such as CAD, Civil 3D, Revit, MicroStation, InRoads, SketchUp, Photoshop, and ...

Kimley-Horn

Land Development Civil Designer

Durham, NC · On-site

Overview Kimley-Horn's Durham, North Carolina (NC) office is looking for a AutoCAD Civil 3D Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Land Development team! Responsibilities * Implement and ...

Kimley-Horn

Land Development Civil Designer

Durham, NC · On-site

Overview Kimley-Horn's Durham, North Carolina (NC) office is looking for a AutoCAD Civil 3D Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Land Development team! Responsibilities * Implement and ...

Kimley-Horn

Land Development Civil Designer

Durham, NC · On-site

Overview Kimley-Horn's Durham, North Carolina (NC) office is looking for a AutoCAD Civil 3D Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Land Development team! Responsibilities * Implement and ...

Kimley-Horn

Land Development Civil Designer

Durham, NC · On-site

Overview Kimley-Horn's Durham, North Carolina (NC) office is looking for a AutoCAD Civil 3D Designer with 8+ years of experience to join our Land Development team! Responsibilities * Implement and ...

ESP Associates

Designer, Civil

Raleigh, NC · On-site

As a Designer, you will be responsible for providing technical and hands-on support in creating ... Experience and technical knowledge of design codes and software (Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation ...

ANS

Designer I - Civil

Raleigh, NC

$56K - $61K/yr

As a Designer I , you'll join our growing civil engineering team. The ideal candidate will assist in producing high-quality civil engineering designs and construction plans under the guidance of ...

ANS

Designer I - Civil

Raleigh, NC · Remote

As a Designer I , you'll join our growing civil engineering team. The ideal candidate will assist in producing high-quality civil engineering designs and construction plans under the guidance of ...

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How much do hourly civil designer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly civil designer in Raleigh, NC is $79,125.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,600.00 and $91,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Civil Designer vs Civil Engineer?

AspectHourly Civil DesignerCivil Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires an associate degree or relevant certificationBachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, field sites, construction projectsDesign, project management, site supervision
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, construction companies, government agenciesConsulting firms, government departments, private sector

The main difference is that Hourly Civil Designers focus on drafting and design tasks often based on hourly wages, while Civil Engineers have a broader scope including project planning, analysis, and management, usually with a professional engineering license. Civil Engineers typically have more responsibilities and higher qualifications, but both roles are essential in civil construction projects.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Civil Designer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 39% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,125 per year, or $38 per hour.

Civil Designer/Senior Civil Designer

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Timmons Group
Civil Engineering Construction • 201 - 500 employees

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Company Description
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

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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