Senior Civil CAD Designer

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior‑Level Civil CAD Designer with a background in the design of water projects including dams, embankments, appurtenant infrastructure, site civil design and grading, and earthwork projects. The role primarily supports our Water Business Group while providing services to our Building Engineering Services Group.

Based in Fort Collins, Colorado, the incumbent will work under the direction of their supervisor to provide civil drafting services for multiple professional engineers and designers. Responsibilities include developing conceptual layouts, permit‑level, bid, and construction‑level drawings, sketches, maps, and graphic representations of engineering designs using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. The position requires working knowledge and experience in drafting standards, grading, alignments, profiles, sections, volume estimates, utilities (storm, water, sanitary), and construction documents, as well as data compilation, spreadsheet generation, and technical calculations.

• Preparation of conceptual, permit, bid, and construction‑level drawings.
• Development of complete plans, including site layouts, grading plans, profiles, sections, alignments, utility layouts, drainage plans, and details under the direction of project engineers.
• Perform routine drawing assignments requiring application of standard drafting techniques and procedures.
• Perform administrative duties associated with project management for civil/site projects.
• Perform annotative support.
• Mentor and coach CAD Designers across the organization to improve drafting skills and standardize drafting standards in the Water Business Group.
• Perform other general support duties as needed.

• High attention to detail, good organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to organize, schedule, prioritize, and multi‑task in a dynamic environment.
• Strong understanding of surveying, grading, topography, and drainage patterns.
• Proven team player who takes initiative and is confident in their technical skills.
• Willingness to learn and adjust to project needs, evolving standards, and design approaches.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro.
• Strong problem‑solving and learning ability.
• Willingness to assist with a wide range of projects and work with multiple project managers.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in civil engineering drafting/design with recent versions of AutoCAD software.
• Proficient knowledge of construction documents.

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 10 years related industry experience.
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Advanced skillset of 3D coordination tools.
• Competency in Microsoft Office products and communication tools.
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential.
• Leadership and mentoring skillsets required.

Business Class:
Dams, Levees, Civil Works

Job Posting:
July 21, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.