Civil CAD Designer - Land Development

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Designer for our Fishers or Fort Wayne offices. A successful candidate uses engineering principles and design software to design and develop plans for civil infrastructure projects.

Job Duties:

• Prepare plans utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Participates in technical studies, design, preparation of specifications, and technical plans.
• Filling out and completing permit applications for processing.
• Construction administration support including field observation reports.
  
  

General Characteristics

• Advanced level of skills. Strives to become proficient in aspects of the software. Seeks to advance his or her knowledge of project design development. Stays current on software updates and advises based on technical changes. Promotes and instructs others on advanced techniques and new methods.
  
  

Minimum Years Of Experience

• 10 Years of Experience
  
  

Education

• Associate Degree from an accredited Technical School or equivalent experience.
  
  

Certification/Licensure

• Driver’s License
  
  

Technical Responsibilities

• Performs and guides others on deliverables with focus on adherence to CAD standards, software utilization and data management procedures; and ability to independently perform analyses.
• Maintains an overall ‘Big Picture” approach to the ongoing development, maintenance and adherence to CAD Standards and data management procedures and makes recommendations to supervisors.
  
  

Project and Task Management

• Responsible for task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
  
  

Management Responsibility

• Focuses a significant effort to mentoring lower-level CAD Operators. Provides solutions to unique problems. cites insufficiencies and supplies recommendations.
• Given general instructions and works independently with minimal supervision. Receives general review of project work.
  
  

Communication Skills

• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Facilitates interaction among staff. Able to effectively coach and mentor lower-level CAD Staff. Interacts closely and effectively with Project Team. Interacts and advises at regular project meetings.
  
  

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion through fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working At GAI Include:

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays 
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

Qualifications

Education

Required

Associates or better in Drafting or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License