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Structural Designer

Garver, College Station, TX, United States


Careers Structural Designer

– College Station, Texas

As a member of our growing Water Design team, the Structural Designer will be responsible for developing and detailing Revit 3D models and construction drawings for water and wastewater facilities projects. This role collaborates closely with structural engineers and multidisciplinary teams to support the design and delivery of treatment plants, pump stations, and related facilities.

This role in the Water Design Center is central to project delivery across many offices and utilizes the latest BIM technology, predominantly Revit software, to produce high-quality structural models and drawings. Typical projects include reinforced concrete basins, tanks, process structures, equipment foundations, and building structures within water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Primary responsibilities

Develop and maintain structural Revit 3D models with moderate to high autonomy

Prepare plans, sections, and detailed structural drawings for concrete, steel, and masonry systems

Assist in model coordination and clash detection using BIM tools

Produce construction documents in coordination with engineers and project teams

Incorporate field data, redlines, and as-built information into models and drawings

Work as a team player with technicians and designers of various levels and disciplines (process, structural, mechanical, and electrical) along with project leaders and design teams to execute projects and develop detailed design drawings

Arrange necessary resources for file sharing and communication to effectively share design files across the company or with clients, sub‑consultants, and contractors

Maintain strong communication with engineers and project managers to ensure timely delivery of projects and avoid potential project conflicts

Ensure quality program compliance, including QA/QC, to maintain company standards

About Garver's Water Design Center The Water Design Center (WDC) is a knowledge‑based hub that excels in highly technical, multi‑discipline water and wastewater designs. The WDC specializes in large, high‑volume, custom treatment plant projects with advanced technologies. Centralizing the location of the WDC means communication, coordination, and participation with team members is constant, benefiting clients through improved project delivery schedules and design quality, and providing opportunities for team collaboration and professional growth.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in CAD, BIM, Engineering Technology, or a related field

5+ years of structural drafting/design experience (water/wastewater preferred)

Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (required); AutoCAD experience is a plus

Experience with reinforced concrete, masonry building, and structural steel detailing

Strong understanding of structural construction drawings and structural systems

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines

Preferred Skills

Understanding of water or wastewater treatment specific structural design

Experience using Bluebeam software

Experience with file sharing protocols and other methods of file transfer

Good communication and training skills (verbal and written)

Associate degree or higher with a focus on CAD/BIM

Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud and BIM360 file sharing software

Grow With Us Garver offers its employees programs such as company‑paid professional memberships, support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. With highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program, Garver walks the talk when it comes to work‑life balance.

Garver is an employee‑owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. With more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people‑first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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