Revit​/CAD Designer

Revit / CAD Designer – Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics

GFT is seeking a Revit/CAD Designer – Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics to join our Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics team. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at any of the following locations:
Denver, CO;
Roseville, CA;
Oakland, CA;
Phoenix, AZ;
Salt Lake City, UT.

As a Revit/CAD Designer, you will apply your design expertise within a model‑centric environment to deliver high‑quality dam and related infrastructure projects. You will develop and refine 3D design models, prepare construction documents, and coordinate closely with survey, utilities, structures, and other disciplines to ensure accurate, efficient project delivery.

• Work within the project Common Data Environment (CDE) following established digital delivery workflows.
• Coordinate with the Digital Delivery and IT teams to ensure models, data, and standards are applied correctly.
• Support model setup, file organization, and data integration for projects.
• Assist with maintaining model quality, consistency, and alignment with project BIM standards.
• Troubleshoot basic modeling, referencing, and data exchange issues and elevate when needed.
• Integrate design models with GIS and other project data sources for improved project context.
• Participate in digital coordination meetings to support model alignment across disciplines.
• Stay current with relevant BIM tools, features, and model‑centric design practices.
• Provide informal guidance to team members on model‑based workflows and digital tools.
• Assist engineering staff with the development of roadway, drainage, and related dams, dam rehabilitations, and dam decommissioning along with their appurtenant structures using model‑based workflows.
• Assist with the creation and modification of 3D models, alignments, profiles, and corridors using Autodesk design platforms.
• Assist with the preparation of construction documents, plan sheets, and design deliverables from project models, including the development of engineering design drawings, issued for construction.
• Interpret and develop site plans, profiles, sections, details, structural layouts, schematics, and equipment layout for engineering design drawings, utilizing a firm grasp of civil and structural engineering concepts, such as surface grading, structures, structural reinforcement, and mechanical layout.
• Read and understand engineering markups for design drawings, plan sets, details, and figures, maintaining attention to detail by back‑checking and reviewing prepared design drawings.
• Coordinate design elements with survey, utilities, structures, and other disciplines.
• Apply standards, client requirements, and project specifications to design tasks.
• Ensure compliance with company and client standards with regard to CAD standards, styles and protocols.
• Participate in project meetings to coordinate technical design and modeling decisions.
• Review design work for quality, accuracy, and constructability within the model environment.
• Support project delivery through all phases, including concept, preliminary, and final design.
• Assist with responding to review comments and revising models and plans accordingly.
• Manage various tasks, working on multiple projects concurrently. Have a clear understanding of individual project expectations and deadlines to manage the day‑to‑day schedule and workload.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the dam and hydraulic structure industry.
• Proficient in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) for dam and hydraulic structure infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit, CAD, etc.
• Solid communication skills.
• Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced dynamic environment.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related industry experience.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, ACC, Civil3D, and Infra Works.
• Proficiency in Project Wise.
• Working knowledge of Microstation is a…