Senior Project Designer - Land Development

Department: Civil/Municipal • Location: Panama City, FL

About the role

CPH is a multi-disciplined Engineering and Architectural design firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine. The Senior Project Designer plays an essential role in supporting a wide range of land-development projects. This position works under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer to deliver key client deliverables for large commercial developments, with a primary focus on heavy grading, utility layout, and design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate presentation, design, and construction documents using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate and coordinate with the project team, including engineers, architects, designers, consultants, and clients.
• Interpret relevant codes, regulations, and client requirements to guide the design process.
• Implement and utilize established CAD standards, templates, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality.
• Calculate quantities, areas, and other essential data necessary for land-development civil-engineering designs.
• Travel periodically to perform site investigations, take measurements, and observe construction progress; prepare detailed reports and exhibits.
• Assist in compiling construction plans from all disciplines and ensure timely submission to agencies with jurisdiction.
• Develop detailed technical drawings and designs, calculate material quantities, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet project specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Expert-level skills in AutoCAD and Civil 3D; proficiency in Adobe Suite and drafting techniques.
• Advanced-level experience in grading, utility layout, and design.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience in commercial, retail, restaurant, and industrial projects is a plus.
• Adaptable and receptive to instruction from others.
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively with a team.
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility in work schedule to accommodate project deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, quality-conscious, reliable, and self-motivated.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

Associate’s Degree or Computer-Aided Design Certificate.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with a quality provider.
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Long-Term Disability coverage.
• 401K plan.
• Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.