Entry Level Civil Designer
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We should map content to appropriate headings. The instructions: "use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." So we should use those exact headings when applicable. We need to include a section only when posting has real, specific content for it. We must not repeat job title as heading. We must not put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Remove boilerplate.
We need to decide which sections to include: About the role (maybe company description + job description?), Responsibilities, Requirements (Qualifications), Skills (maybe Preferred Qualifications?), Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Also maybe Physical Demands and Work Environment could be part of Requirements? But not listed as standard heading; we could incorporate into Requirements or Skills? The instruction says prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So we could combine Physical Demands into Requirements or maybe omit if not needed? But we must preserve ALL substantive information; we cannot drop it. So we need to include that info somewhere. Could create a section "Working Conditions" but not in list. However we could embed within Responsibilities or Qualifications as a
. The instruction: "use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It says e.g., meaning those are examples, not exclusive? It says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Likely they expect those headings only. But we can also add other headings if needed? The instruction: "use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It suggests those are the allowed headings. It also says "include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text". So we should only use those headings if we have content. If we have content that doesn't fit those headings, maybe we should incorporate into existing sections.
Thus we need to map:
- About the role: could include Company Description and Job Description overview (the paragraph about the role). That seems appropriate.
- Responsibilities: list of duties.
- Requirements: Qualifications (mandatory). Could also include Preferred Qualifications? Might be separate "Skills" section for preferred qualifications? Or we could put Preferred Qualifications under Skills.
- Skills: maybe Preferred Qualifications and technical skills.
- Benefits: Culture And Benefits section.
- Pay: Compensation section.
- Schedule: Physical Demands and Work Environment includes work schedule (5 days/week, flexible hours 7am-5pm). Also maybe we could include schedule there.
Thus we will produce sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
We need to use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose.
We must preserve all substantive information. Let's extract content.
Company Description: "At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com."
Job Description: "KPFF’s Orange County Civil team is seeking a Civil Designer with 1–3 years of experience to join our Newport Beach office. You will contribute to a variety of land development and site design projects while developing hands-on experience in grading, drainage, utility design, permitting, and construction documentation. Working alongside licensed professional engineers and project managers, you will have opportunities to strengthen your Civil 3D skills, participate throughout the project lifecycle, and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows."
We can combine these into About the role prose.
Responsibilities list: bullet points given.
We need to convert each responsibility into
- .
Responsibilities list:
- Contribute to civil design projects: Support the design and preparation of civil engineering plans, drawings, exhibits, and specifications for site planning, grading, drainage, utility, roadway, and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare drawings, calculations, and documentation: Develop detailed drawings and design documents using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related tools; perform basic to intermediate design calculations; and assist with technical reports and project documentation.
- Support site assessments and data collection: Participate in site visits to collect field data, verify existing conditions, document observations, and support design decisions. Assist with construction observations to confirm general conformance with design plans and specifications.
- Assist with project coordination and permitting: Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to support schedules, submittals, permitting, and compliance requirements.
- Apply design standards and regulations: Incorporate applicable codes, local agency standards, accessibility requirements, and construction standards into drawings and design deliverables.
- Collaborate with project teams: Work closely with engineers and design staff to resolve design issues, integrate feedback, and produce accurate, high-quality deliverables.
- Continue technical development: Stay current with Civil 3D workflows, drafting standards, design practices, and emerging tools that improve project efficiency and quality.
We'll output as
- ... etc.
Requirements (Qualifications): list:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in civil design, drafting, land development, site development, infrastructure, or related civil engineering projects.
- Working knowledge of civil engineering and design principles, including site planning, grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, and water/wastewater systems.
- Experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for civil design and plan production; familiarity with HydroCAD or similar design/modeling tools is preferred.
- Working knowledge of applicable California codes, local regulations, accessibility requirements, agency standards, and design/construction standards for site development projects.
- Ability to prepare accurate drawings, exhibits, calculations, and project documentation with attention to detail.
- Strong communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both collaboratively with project teams and independently on assigned design tasks.
We'll output as
- .
Skills (Preferred Qualifications): list:
- Experience supporting land development projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, or public infrastructure sites.
- Familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, permitting processes, and construction documentation.
- EIT certification or interest in pursuing EIT certification is a plus, but not required.
Also maybe include "Physical Demands and Work Environment" content? Could be part of Schedule? But schedule section is for work hours. Physical demands could be separate but we don't have a heading for it. Could incorporate into Schedule or Requirements as a note. Since we must preserve all substantive info, we need to include it somewhere. Perhaps we can add a
under Schedule describing work hours and physical demands.
Schedule: The posting says: "Work in our Newport Beach office 5 days/week, with flexible work hours between 7 am and 5 pm". Also physical demands: ability to sit/stand extended periods, move around project sites, climb ladders, navigate uneven terrain, occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
We'll put schedule info and physical demands under Schedule heading as a
(or maybe
for physical demands?). Since it's not a list of duties but descriptive, we can use .
Benefits: list from Culture And Benefits.
We need to extract benefits list:
- Medical Insurance: Choose between a traditional Open Access Plus (OAP) medical plan or a high-deductible OAP plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health Savings Account Contribution: KPFF contributes $50 per paycheck to the HSA for employees enrolled in the eligible high-deductible medical plan
- Dental and Vision Insurance: KPFF pays the employee premium for dental and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Access to Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs for eligible pre-tax expenses
- Employer-Paid Insurance: KPFF provides short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and travel accident insurance
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential resources and support for employees
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF automatically contributes 3% of your base salary, with no employee contribution required. Employer contributions are immediately vested, and employees may also make pre-tax or Roth contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Vacation and personal and sick time, with vacation accrual increasing based on tenure
- Paid Holidays: Company-observed holidays plus two floating holidays each year
- KPFF Paid Family Leave: Up to six weeks of paid family leave per year after meeting eligibility requirements
- Paid Overtime: At KPFF, you are compensated for every hour you work. If you choose to work overtime, you may choose to “bank” your overtime hours for future time off or have them paid out monthly
Also culture description paragraphs: "At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated and career growth is encouraged. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community dedicated to collaborative innovation, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects." This is prose; we can put as
before the benefits list.
Pay: Compensation section: "The base salary for this role is competitive, with a range of $80,000 - $88,000, determined by experience, education, and skills. KPFF also offers performance-based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions. Additional details about the full compensation package will be provided during the interview process."
We'll put as
.
Now we need to ensure we don't include boilerplate like EEO, E-Verify, etc. Remove those lines at end.
Now produce HTML fragment: start with maybe ? Not required. Just output the HTML fragment with headings and content.
We'll do:
About the role
Company description paragraph + job description paragraph.
Then Responsibilities
...
Requirements
...
Skills
...
Benefits
Culture paragraph
...
Pay
Compensation paragraph
Schedule
Work schedule and physical demands paragraph.
Make sure to preserve all info.
Let's craft the About the role paragraph: combine company description and job description.
Company description: "At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com."
Job description: "KPFF’s Orange County Civil team is seeking a Civil Designer with 1–3 years of
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It suggests those are the allowed headings. It also says "include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text". So we should only use those headings if we have content. If we have content that doesn't fit those headings, maybe we should incorporate into existing sections.
Thus we need to map:
- About the role: could include Company Description and Job Description overview (the paragraph about the role). That seems appropriate.
- Responsibilities: list of duties.
- Requirements: Qualifications (mandatory). Could also include Preferred Qualifications? Might be separate "Skills" section for preferred qualifications? Or we could put Preferred Qualifications under Skills.
- Skills: maybe Preferred Qualifications and technical skills.
- Benefits: Culture And Benefits section.
- Pay: Compensation section.
- Schedule: Physical Demands and Work Environment includes work schedule (5 days/week, flexible hours 7am-5pm). Also maybe we could include schedule there.
Thus we will produce sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
We need to use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose.
We must preserve all substantive information. Let's extract content.
Company Description: "At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com."
Job Description: "KPFF’s Orange County Civil team is seeking a Civil Designer with 1–3 years of experience to join our Newport Beach office. You will contribute to a variety of land development and site design projects while developing hands-on experience in grading, drainage, utility design, permitting, and construction documentation. Working alongside licensed professional engineers and project managers, you will have opportunities to strengthen your Civil 3D skills, participate throughout the project lifecycle, and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows."
We can combine these into About the role prose.
Responsibilities list: bullet points given.
We need to convert each responsibility into
- .
Responsibilities list:
- Contribute to civil design projects: Support the design and preparation of civil engineering plans, drawings, exhibits, and specifications for site planning, grading, drainage, utility, roadway, and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare drawings, calculations, and documentation: Develop detailed drawings and design documents using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related tools; perform basic to intermediate design calculations; and assist with technical reports and project documentation.
- Support site assessments and data collection: Participate in site visits to collect field data, verify existing conditions, document observations, and support design decisions. Assist with construction observations to confirm general conformance with design plans and specifications.
- Assist with project coordination and permitting: Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to support schedules, submittals, permitting, and compliance requirements.
- Apply design standards and regulations: Incorporate applicable codes, local agency standards, accessibility requirements, and construction standards into drawings and design deliverables.
- Collaborate with project teams: Work closely with engineers and design staff to resolve design issues, integrate feedback, and produce accurate, high-quality deliverables.
- Continue technical development: Stay current with Civil 3D workflows, drafting standards, design practices, and emerging tools that improve project efficiency and quality.
We'll output as
- ... etc.
Requirements (Qualifications): list:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in civil design, drafting, land development, site development, infrastructure, or related civil engineering projects.
- Working knowledge of civil engineering and design principles, including site planning, grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, and water/wastewater systems.
- Experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for civil design and plan production; familiarity with HydroCAD or similar design/modeling tools is preferred.
- Working knowledge of applicable California codes, local regulations, accessibility requirements, agency standards, and design/construction standards for site development projects.
- Ability to prepare accurate drawings, exhibits, calculations, and project documentation with attention to detail.
- Strong communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both collaboratively with project teams and independently on assigned design tasks.
We'll output as
- .
Skills (Preferred Qualifications): list:
- Experience supporting land development projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, or public infrastructure sites.
- Familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, permitting processes, and construction documentation.
- EIT certification or interest in pursuing EIT certification is a plus, but not required.
Also maybe include "Physical Demands and Work Environment" content? Could be part of Schedule? But schedule section is for work hours. Physical demands could be separate but we don't have a heading for it. Could incorporate into Schedule or Requirements as a note. Since we must preserve all substantive info, we need to include it somewhere. Perhaps we can add a
under Schedule describing work hours and physical demands.
Schedule: The posting says: "Work in our Newport Beach office 5 days/week, with flexible work hours between 7 am and 5 pm". Also physical demands: ability to sit/stand extended periods, move around project sites, climb ladders, navigate uneven terrain, occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
We'll put schedule info and physical demands under Schedule heading as a
(or maybe
for physical demands?). Since it's not a list of duties but descriptive, we can use .
Benefits: list from Culture And Benefits.
We need to extract benefits list:
- Medical Insurance: Choose between a traditional Open Access Plus (OAP) medical plan or a high-deductible OAP plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health Savings Account Contribution: KPFF contributes $50 per paycheck to the HSA for employees enrolled in the eligible high-deductible medical plan
- Dental and Vision Insurance: KPFF pays the employee premium for dental and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Access to Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs for eligible pre-tax expenses
- Employer-Paid Insurance: KPFF provides short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and travel accident insurance
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential resources and support for employees
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF automatically contributes 3% of your base salary, with no employee contribution required. Employer contributions are immediately vested, and employees may also make pre-tax or Roth contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Vacation and personal and sick time, with vacation accrual increasing based on tenure
- Paid Holidays: Company-observed holidays plus two floating holidays each year
- KPFF Paid Family Leave: Up to six weeks of paid family leave per year after meeting eligibility requirements
- Paid Overtime: At KPFF, you are compensated for every hour you work. If you choose to work overtime, you may choose to “bank” your overtime hours for future time off or have them paid out monthly
Also culture description paragraphs: "At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated and career growth is encouraged. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community dedicated to collaborative innovation, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects." This is prose; we can put as
before the benefits list.
Pay: Compensation section: "The base salary for this role is competitive, with a range of $80,000 - $88,000, determined by experience, education, and skills. KPFF also offers performance-based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions. Additional details about the full compensation package will be provided during the interview process."
We'll put as
.
Now we need to ensure we don't include boilerplate like EEO, E-Verify, etc. Remove those lines at end.
Now produce HTML fragment: start with maybe ? Not required. Just output the HTML fragment with headings and content.
We'll do:
About the role
Company description paragraph + job description paragraph.
Then Responsibilities
...
Requirements
...
Skills
...
Benefits
Culture paragraph
...
Pay
Compensation paragraph
Schedule
Work schedule and physical demands paragraph.
Make sure to preserve all info.
Let's craft the About the role paragraph: combine company description and job description.
Company description: "At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com."
Job description: "KPFF’s Orange County Civil team is seeking a Civil Designer with 1–3 years of
for prose. We must preserve all substantive information. Let's extract content. Company Description: "At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com." Job Description: "KPFF’s Orange County Civil team is seeking a Civil Designer with 1–3 years of experience to join our Newport Beach office. You will contribute to a variety of land development and site design projects while developing hands-on experience in grading, drainage, utility design, permitting, and construction documentation. Working alongside licensed professional engineers and project managers, you will have opportunities to strengthen your Civil 3D skills, participate throughout the project lifecycle, and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows." We can combine these into About the role prose. Responsibilities list: bullet points given. We need to convert each responsibility into
- ... etc.
Requirements (Qualifications): list:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in civil design, drafting, land development, site development, infrastructure, or related civil engineering projects.
- Working knowledge of civil engineering and design principles, including site planning, grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, and water/wastewater systems.
- Experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D for civil design and plan production; familiarity with HydroCAD or similar design/modeling tools is preferred.
- Working knowledge of applicable California codes, local regulations, accessibility requirements, agency standards, and design/construction standards for site development projects.
- Ability to prepare accurate drawings, exhibits, calculations, and project documentation with attention to detail.
- Strong communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both collaboratively with project teams and independently on assigned design tasks.
We'll output as
- .
Skills (Preferred Qualifications): list:
- Experience supporting land development projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, or public infrastructure sites.
- Familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, permitting processes, and construction documentation.
- EIT certification or interest in pursuing EIT certification is a plus, but not required.
Also maybe include "Physical Demands and Work Environment" content? Could be part of Schedule? But schedule section is for work hours. Physical demands could be separate but we don't have a heading for it. Could incorporate into Schedule or Requirements as a note. Since we must preserve all substantive info, we need to include it somewhere. Perhaps we can add a
under Schedule describing work hours and physical demands. Schedule: The posting says: "Work in our Newport Beach office 5 days/week, with flexible work hours between 7 am and 5 pm". Also physical demands: ability to sit/stand extended periods, move around project sites, climb ladders, navigate uneven terrain, occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. We'll put schedule info and physical demands under Schedule heading as a
(or maybe
- for physical demands?). Since it's not a list of duties but descriptive, we can use
. Benefits: list from Culture And Benefits. We need to extract benefits list: - Medical Insurance: Choose between a traditional Open Access Plus (OAP) medical plan or a high-deductible OAP plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) - Health Savings Account Contribution: KPFF contributes $50 per paycheck to the HSA for employees enrolled in the eligible high-deductible medical plan - Dental and Vision Insurance: KPFF pays the employee premium for dental and vision coverage - Flexible Spending Accounts: Access to Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs for eligible pre-tax expenses - Employer-Paid Insurance: KPFF provides short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and travel accident insurance - Employee Assistance Program: Confidential resources and support for employees - 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF automatically contributes 3% of your base salary, with no employee contribution required. Employer contributions are immediately vested, and employees may also make pre-tax or Roth contributions. - Paid Time Off: Vacation and personal and sick time, with vacation accrual increasing based on tenure - Paid Holidays: Company-observed holidays plus two floating holidays each year - KPFF Paid Family Leave: Up to six weeks of paid family leave per year after meeting eligibility requirements - Paid Overtime: At KPFF, you are compensated for every hour you work. If you choose to work overtime, you may choose to “bank” your overtime hours for future time off or have them paid out monthly Also culture description paragraphs: "At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated and career growth is encouraged. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community dedicated to collaborative innovation, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects." This is prose; we can put as
before the benefits list. Pay: Compensation section: "The base salary for this role is competitive, with a range of $80,000 - $88,000, determined by experience, education, and skills. KPFF also offers performance-based bonuses to recognize outstanding contributions. Additional details about the full compensation package will be provided during the interview process." We'll put as
. Now we need to ensure we don't include boilerplate like EEO, E-Verify, etc. Remove those lines at end. Now produce HTML fragment: start with maybe ? Not required. Just output the HTML fragment with headings and content. We'll do:
About the role
Company description paragraph + job description paragraph.
ThenResponsibilities
- ...
Requirements
- ...
Skills
- ...
Benefits
Culture paragraph
- ...
Pay
Compensation paragraph
Schedule
Work schedule and physical demands paragraph.
Make sure to preserve all info. Let's craft the About the role paragraph: combine company description and job description. Company description: "At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration. With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com." Job description: "KPFF’s Orange County Civil team is seeking a Civil Designer with 1–3 years of
- .
Skills (Preferred Qualifications): list:
- Experience supporting land development projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, or public infrastructure sites.
- Familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, permitting processes, and construction documentation.
- EIT certification or interest in pursuing EIT certification is a plus, but not required.
Also maybe include "Physical Demands and Work Environment" content? Could be part of Schedule? But schedule section is for work hours. Physical demands could be separate but we don't have a heading for it. Could incorporate into Schedule or Requirements as a note. Since we must preserve all substantive info, we need to include it somewhere. Perhaps we can add a