McAdams
McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm with locations in North Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek partnerships with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We prioritize experiences and believe that our people are our greatest asset.
Position Overview
The Designer II is a key role responsible for designing and producing construction plan sets. This includes establishing design criteria, performing engineering calculations, and applying knowledge of design concepts, regulations, hydrologic and hydraulic methodologies, modeling software, CAD tools, GIS applications, surveying principles, and construction techniques. The Designer II serves as a mentor to others in design development and in preparing technical project specifications. Success is characterized by delivering high-quality work with increasing independence, reducing revisions, and contributing as a pivotal team member to ensure timely project completion and approvals.
Key Responsibilities
Continuously improve understanding beyond that of a Designer I through ongoing learning.
Communicate effectively with the project team and respond promptly to plan reviewers, initiating follow-up as needed.
Research and navigate design regulations, development ordinances, and jurisdictional requirements for new sites.
Perform hydrologic calculations using methods such as SCS Curve Number and Rational Method for water resource projects.
Calculate hydraulics for storm conveyance design using software like StormCAD or PCSWMM, including storm sewer piping, open channels, culverts, and inlet flow calculations.
Design spillways, detention facilities, and hydrograph routing systems with approved software like HEC-HMS or PondPack.
Conduct flood studies using HEC-RAS in compliance with FEMA or local standards.
Apply knowledge of riverine floodplain and floodway concepts as needed.
Prepare grading, hydrology data, and construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Generate engineering calculation reports and use ArcGIS Pro for hydrology calculations and visualizations.
Design erosion control devices and develop plans according to local and state standards.
Design stormwater control measures adhering to local and state standards.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of stormwater design impacts on site components.
Calculate Earthworks and adjust grading accordingly.
Perform fieldwork for data collection and as-built certifications.
Skills & Experience
2 to 5 years of experience in water resources or civil engineering.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, and H&H modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, or PCSWMM.
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
EI certification or on path to PE license preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field from an accredited program.
McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance with our online application system, please contact the Human Resources Team at 919.361.5000 or hrteam@mcadamsco.com.
Please review these notices for important information regarding employment with McAdams:
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
E-Verify (English/Spanish)
Right to Work (English/Spanish)
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Position Overview
The Designer II is a key role responsible for designing and producing construction plan sets. This includes establishing design criteria, performing engineering calculations, and applying knowledge of design concepts, regulations, hydrologic and hydraulic methodologies, modeling software, CAD tools, GIS applications, surveying principles, and construction techniques. The Designer II serves as a mentor to others in design development and in preparing technical project specifications. Success is characterized by delivering high-quality work with increasing independence, reducing revisions, and contributing as a pivotal team member to ensure timely project completion and approvals.
Key Responsibilities
Continuously improve understanding beyond that of a Designer I through ongoing learning.
Communicate effectively with the project team and respond promptly to plan reviewers, initiating follow-up as needed.
Research and navigate design regulations, development ordinances, and jurisdictional requirements for new sites.
Perform hydrologic calculations using methods such as SCS Curve Number and Rational Method for water resource projects.
Calculate hydraulics for storm conveyance design using software like StormCAD or PCSWMM, including storm sewer piping, open channels, culverts, and inlet flow calculations.
Design spillways, detention facilities, and hydrograph routing systems with approved software like HEC-HMS or PondPack.
Conduct flood studies using HEC-RAS in compliance with FEMA or local standards.
Apply knowledge of riverine floodplain and floodway concepts as needed.
Prepare grading, hydrology data, and construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Generate engineering calculation reports and use ArcGIS Pro for hydrology calculations and visualizations.
Design erosion control devices and develop plans according to local and state standards.
Design stormwater control measures adhering to local and state standards.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of stormwater design impacts on site components.
Calculate Earthworks and adjust grading accordingly.
Perform fieldwork for data collection and as-built certifications.
Skills & Experience
2 to 5 years of experience in water resources or civil engineering.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, and H&H modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, or PCSWMM.
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
EI certification or on path to PE license preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field from an accredited program.
McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance with our online application system, please contact the Human Resources Team at 919.361.5000 or hrteam@mcadamsco.com.
Please review these notices for important information regarding employment with McAdams:
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
E-Verify (English/Spanish)
Right to Work (English/Spanish)
#J-18808-Ljbffr