Job description
As a member of this team you would contribute to CDM Smith's success by;
- Joining a great team as a Senior Designer working on various-sized transportation projects in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and other states.
- Will work on various DOT infrastructure projects in collaboration with engineers and other designers.
- Prepares detail and/or general arrangement drawings and sketches of unusual, complex, or original designs requiring the application of practical engineering/construction knowledge.
- Performs basic calculations using accepted formulas and references per firm or client standards.
- Prepares complete sets of construction drawings which will include multiple views, detail drawings, and assembly drawings indicating components of equipment, facilities, or systems where minimal information is provided by rough sketches and/or verbal outlines of requirements.
- Assigns and reviews project-related tasks to junior-level personnel.
- Provides senior technical guidance, direction, and overview.
- Supports/leads field assignments as required.
- Establishes design criteria for all phases of a project requiring the application of basic engineering principles, and a familiarity with construction, installation, and maintenance procedures.
- Supports establishing manpower requirements, man-hour estimates, and completion schedules, as required.
- Participates in the development of project-specific design standards, with guidance and supervision, to ensure the quality of services provided to clients.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent with vocational technical training in basic CADD drafting technology and/or 3D drafting.
- 12 years of related experience.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
- The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications
- 12+ years of design experience working on PennDOT projects.
- 7+ years of progressive experience with OpenRoads Designer.
- Advanced knowledge of OpenRoads Designer.
Amount of Travel Required
5%
Skills and Abilities
- Good communication skills with strict attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to be a flexible team player and have the ability to adapt to changing requirements.
- Ability to mentor junior staff.
- Possesses strong software experience including the use of Microsoft Office for design-related tasks and discipline-specific design/analysis used in the CADD environment.
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
U.S. Vaccine Status
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) are committed to your health and safety. CDM Smith and its employees adhere to all applicable government and client COVID-19 requirements.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Additional Compensation
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Business Unit
TSU
Group
TSO
Assignment Category
Fulltime-Regular
Employment Type
Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
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