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Project Civil Designer 1 at GAI Consultants Inc.

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Job Description

DescriptionGAI Consultant's Inc. is seeking a Project Civil Designer 1 to join the team in either our Charleston WV, Canton OH, Bridgeport WV, Glen Allen VA , or Pittsburg PA offices. You will work closely within our dynamic NE Engineering group.
Qualifications:

  • Advanced level of skills. Strives to become proficient in aspects of the Civil 3D.
  • Seeks to advance their knowledge of project design development, advanced grading tools, corridor, and alignments.
  • Experience in mass grading and linear projects.
  • Stays current on software updates and advises based on technical changes.
  • Promotes and instructs others on advanced techniques and new methods.

    Physical Requirements

    • Ability to work indoors in professional office settings.
    • Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks.
    • Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
    • Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, detailed documents, and perform detailed work.
    • Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment. Ability to move between workstations and attend in-person meetings.
    • Ability to lift and carry office materials or equipment weighing up to 10-20 pounds, with or without assistance.
    • Adequate hearing to participate in conversations, phone calls, and virtual meetings.
    • Ability to travel for meetings, training, or business purposes.

      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 the 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.
                      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
                        EducationAssociates of Drafting (preferred)
                        Licenses & CertificationsDriver's License (required)

                        Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

                        This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
                        For further information, please review the notice from the Department of Labor.

Typical mid-level pay: $64k for Architectural and Civil Drafters nationally

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$44k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $98k

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Labor data: BLS 2024