Designer IV; Utilities - Orlando

Senior Designer – Civil/Municipal

Location:

Orlando, FL

CPH is a multi‑disciplined Engineering and Architectural design firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine. We are actively seeking to hire a Senior Designer in Utilities who will develop and execute design solutions across a wide variety of projects. This role requires close collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams to transform concepts into detailed, high‑quality designs.

• Lead the development and refinement of design concepts that meet client needs and project goals, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and regulatory constraints.
• Create detailed technical drawings, plans, and specifications using AutoCAD and other design software, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and project specifications.
• Work closely with engineers, architects, designers, and clients to integrate technical requirements, structural elements, and aesthetic design into cohesive project solutions, overseeing multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Participate in design reviews, making necessary modifications based on client and team feedback to maintain quality and adherence to project schedules and budgets.
• Interpret building codes, safety regulations, and client requirements to guide the design process, ensuring all designs meet legal and safety standards.
• Conduct research on materials, construction techniques, building codes, and industry trends to incorporate up‑to‑date and innovative solutions.
• Perform site visits to gather data, assess construction progress, and evaluate design feasibility; generate detailed reports based on findings.
• Calculate material quantities, cost estimates, and other data to support civil engineering and land development projects; assist with construction plans to ensure specifications are met.
• Coordinate construction plans across disciplines and ensure timely submission of design documents to regulatory agencies; support project management by overseeing timelines, deliverables, and client communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Adobe Suite, and drafting techniques.
• 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 and 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8‑10 years of experience in design, with a strong focus on commercial and residential projects.
• Expertise in AutoCAD and other design software; proficiency in Revit, Sketch Up, or similar tools is a plus.

• Compensation dependent upon experience.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Long‑Term Disability insurance.
• Company‑paid Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability.
• 401(k), Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.

CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.