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The Sitework Designer II (Civil Designer II) supports transmission and substation infrastructure projects for a major investor-owned utility in the southeastern United States. In this role, you produce civil grading and site development design drawings for transmission and substation facilities, provide technical guidance to design technicians, and coordinate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams. You contribute to project scoping, civil site design, construction support, and the development of best-practice engineering solutions for utility infrastructure projects. The position involves frequent collaboration with internal stakeholders, contractors, and field personnel, as well as occasional travel to project sites. This role can be performed in a hybrid or remote environment and requires reliable internet access when working outside of the office, with approximately 25% travel including occasional overnight stays.

• Develop detailed civil grading and site design drawings for transmission and substation projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project requirements.
• Prepare layouts, conceptual designs, and complete design packages in support of lead engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Design civil site development projects with limited supervision, including grading plans, drainage systems, and stormwater management solutions.
• Provide clear technical guidance and design direction to technicians, designers, and drafting personnel to ensure consistent, high-quality deliverables.
• Review and evaluate design work prepared by other designers and drafters for accuracy, quality, constructability, and compliance with project standards.
• Assist with project scoping activities, including defining civil design requirements, schedule development, material takeoffs, and cost estimating.
• Coordinate design efforts with other engineering disciplines, clients, vendors, contractors, and construction teams to maintain alignment and resolve issues.
• Support construction activities by providing design clarifications, responding to field questions, and addressing issues related to civil site design.
• Incorporate survey data into design models and develop accurate 2D and 3D surfaces, contours, and grading plans using appropriate software tools.
• Ensure all civil designs comply with applicable federal, state, local, and utility standards, as well as permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining high levels of quality, accuracy, and adherence to schedule commitments.
• Apply best practices in site grading design, erosion and sediment control, hydrology and hydraulic analysis, and stormwater management throughout project execution.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence by following established procedures and proactively identifying improvements.
• Collaborate effectively with engineering, construction, and project management personnel to support successful project delivery from design through construction.

• Minimum of 5 years of civil site drafting and design experience, preferably supporting utility, industrial, energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Advanced proficiency with the current version of AutoCAD Civil 3D for site grading, earthwork design, drainage, and stormwater management.
• Demonstrated experience in site grading design, including the development of grading plans and earthwork quantities.
• Demonstrated experience with erosion and sediment control practices and their application in civil site development.
• Demonstrated experience in hydrology and hydraulic analysis for stormwater and drainage system design.
• Demonstrated experience designing stormwater management systems, including detention, retention, and conveyance features.
• Ability to process and utilize survey data to create accurate civil design models, 2D and 3D surfaces, contours, and grading plans.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting requirements related to civil site development and utility infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, for documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills, with the ability to produce clear design narratives, calculations, and reports.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with engineering teams, construction personnel, and project stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams, demonstrating initiative and accountability.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, error-free design deliverables.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities for resolving design challenges and field issues.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence in all aspects of design and project support.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training, vocational education, or relevant certifications in civil design, drafting, or engineering technology preferred.
• Autodesk Certification, particularly in AutoCAD Civil 3D, preferred.
• Experience supporting utility, industrial, energy, or infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
• Construction estimating experience, including material takeoffs and cost estimating, is a plus.
• Construction administration experience, including responding to field questions and supporting construction teams, is a plus.
• Familiarity with land development and sitework design principles, including layout, access, and grading for utility facilities.
• Ability to prioritize competing project demands and manage workload to meet established deadlines.
• Effective collaboration skills for working with engineering, construction, and project management personnel across multiple projects.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and accountability in day-to-day work and interactions.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment, supporting diverse perspectives and teamwork.

This role offers a hybrid or remote work environment, providing flexibility to work from the office or from a remote location with reliable internet access. You will collaborate regularly with engineering teams, project managers, contractors, and field personnel using standard office technologies, including AutoCAD Civil 3D and the Microsoft Office Suite. Approximately 25% travel is expected, including occasional overnight stays, to visit transmission and substation project sites, support field activities, and participate in on-site meetings. Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting, with periodic exposure to outdoor utility and construction environments when visiting project sites. The culture emphasizes safety, quality, and operational excellence, encouraging inclusive collaboration, clear communication, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality civil design solutions for critical utility infrastructure.

This is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Birmingham,AL.

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

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