Senior Transportation Designer

Ardurra seeks a Senior Transportation Designer to join our Public Works team in Houston, TX.

Primary Function

Designs and develops layouts for engineering projects. Can understand engineering concepts and translate them into design drawings. May be called upon to assist staff and management as a technical specialist and advisor.

Primary Duties

Research, understand, and apply published CADD and Design standards applicable to work assignments

Understand and visualize overall engineering concept and translate to design drawings

Use MicroStation to draft, edit and finalize design plans and details using appropriate symbols and drafting standards; Use Geopak, and/or OpenRoads to perform design tasks such as grading, surface analysis and creating alignments, profiles, and sections

Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine best approach to complete drawing set

Collect and/or assist engineer with collecting field data and applying it to design drawings and exhibits

Coordinate the transfer and integration of data supporting project drafting and design to include survey, geotechnical, engineering detail, as-built, and GIS data

Prepare preliminary and final drawings, plan & profiles, and exhibits from engineering sketches, verbal instructions, specifications and supporting documentation according to current company, client, and project standards

Prepare quantity summaries, hydraulic and utility tables, and right-of-way maps

Develop graphic presentations, exhibits, drawings, and visualization videos that include distinctive design features

Prepare and review complete project documents for accuracy, conformity, and quality assurance of format, drafting, and design constructability; Review work done by others for drafting and calculation errors

Organize and maintain all project related information per the company records retention and filing system

Develop standards of practice, techniques and improved processes and procedures for drafting and design production, especially related to roadway/highway CADD

Assist staff and management as a technical specialist and advisor

Coordinates work with graduate planners/engineers, interns, technicians and administrative staff

Receives general direction on key objectives

Receives guidance when necessary on unconventional or complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria

Strong oral and written communications skills

Must be able to collaborate with other employees, clients, and sub consultants

Must be able to visually observe and differentiate details and colors of objects, recognize sound, tone and pitch; adjust to interruption and changes; work in hot, cold, and noisy work areas; stand, walk and sit for extended periods; climb stairs and ladders; deal with people in tense situations, and lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Must have State Driver’s License and carry applicable State mandated auto insurance

Must have dependable transportation to attend meetings or to make field visits on a short notice

Education And Experience Requirements

Has extensive experience using the latest release of MicroStation and other Bentley support products such as Geopak and/or OpenRoads

Uses additional automated design tools or specialized design procedures in areas including bridge/culvert detailing and designing retaining walls or other typical structures

Possesses a basic understanding of the latest releases of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, Skype, Adobe PDF, and Windows File Explorer

Is able to mentor and train engineering interns, drafting, and other design staff

Maintains in-depth knowledge of civil engineering basics including sheet organization, topographical data, scales, coordinate systems, site grading and volume calculations

Has the ability to read, analyze and interpret red line drawings from Engineers, Managers, or others on the project team, as well as understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions, and interact effectively to maintain a team environment

8+ years of related experience in Civil Engineering environment

High School Diploma or GED; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training as outlined above. Associate degree is desirable.

Engagement in life-long learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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