Civil Designer​/Drafter

Job Summary

We are looking for a Civil Designer/Drafter to join our Engineering Design group in our Lynchburg office. The role involves creating and editing plans using Civil3D software for various engineering projects, including site plans, utility planning, roads, bridges, stormwater conveyance measures, sidewalks, and railways.

• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to gather project information and ensure design accuracy and completion.
• Develop and modify drawings for municipal, environmental, and land development projects.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager or Director to maintain workflow continuity and enhance profitability.
• Adhere to town and county standards in all designs and drawings.
• Utilize design software to calculate distances, dimensions, and quantities accurately.

• Proficient in both oral and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team.
• Comfortable interacting with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Minimum of a two-year degree from an accredited institution in civil engineering or a related field; relevant professional experience will also be considered.
• Motivated, proactive, and able to anticipate and address issues effectively.
• Commitment to working the necessary hours to meet project deadlines.

We value diversity and are committed to hiring the best applicants for our engineering practice, and therefore we encourage minorities, women, and other underserved groups to apply. Compensation includes paid leave, health insurance with a health savings account (HSA), 401k with a company match, free group life insurance, an incentive program and much more. Hurt & Proffitt is 100% employee‑owned, allowing us to focus on our customers and staff rather than shareholders.

We are committed to our clients, and committed to performing meaningful work that impacts our communities. If you feel you meet these requirements, please submit your cover letter, completed application, and resume here
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At H&P, the quality of our people is the core of who we are as a team. In order to serve our communities and our partners, it takes the right people in the right job. We search for ideal team players – humble, hungry & smart. We also maintain a high commitment to all our employee‑owners: that we will offer exciting opportunities in an ever‑changing industry, with a menu of benefits that supports their development and well‑being.

Do you want to make an I.M.P.A.C.T? Looking to grow your career? Are you flexible and an out‑of‑the‑box thinker? We want your contributions to our team. Take a look at the opportunities below to see if you’re interested in applying for any of our open positions.

• Professional development including employee education assistance, tuition reimbursement, in‑house training in Information Technology & CAD, industry seminars & workshops, and financial reimbursement for professional exams and licenses
• Fitness reimbursement up to $150 per year for active fitness club membership to encourage employees’ wellness and healthy lifestyle
• 401K with a company match to ensure our employees’ financial security
• ESOP Employee Stock Ownership Plan after one (1) year of service with the company
• Health, dental, vision, group life and voluntary life insurance options to meet the individual needs of each employee
• Short and Long Term Disability to help guarantee a minimum income in the event of an illness or injury not resulting from work performance
• A Section 125 Cafeteria plan that includes supplemental insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent child care expenses saved at pre‑tax dollars
• Vacation pay, offered at varying accrual rates based on years of service
• Personal leave for sick or personal reasons up to 5 days per year
• Bereavement leave which offers paid time to employees for the death of an immediate family member
• Employee Assistance Plan which is available to employees and family and/or household members

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H&P is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of H&P to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status. If you need more information or special assistance for a person with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at  or 434‑847‑7796.