Project Designer - Site Development

About the role

CPH, a multi-disciplined engineering and architectural design firm ranked in the nation's Top 500 by ENR Magazine, is hiring a Project Designer for Site Development in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The designer supports a major commercial brand on large commercial developments, working under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer to help deliver client deliverables. The role suits an entry-to-mid-level candidate with strong design skills in AutoCAD and Civil3D.

Key responsibilities

• Support day-to-day site layout, grading and full construction site coordination and design.
• Prepare accurate presentation, design and construction documents in AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, designers, consultants and clients.
• Interpret codes, regulations and client requirements to guide the design.
• Use established CAD standards, templates and best practices.
• Calculate quantities and areas needed for land development civil engineering designs.
• Travel to sites to investigate, measure and observe construction progress, then prepare detailed reports.
• Help compile construction plans from all disciplines and submit them on time to the relevant agencies.
• Work with engineers, architects and project managers so designs meet specifications, standards and safety regulations.

Required profile

• Associate's degree or Computer-Aided Design certificate.
• Experience on commercial, retail, restaurant and industrial projects is a plus.
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, able to work independently and collaboratively, with good communication skills.
• Flexible schedule to meet project deadlines; valid state-issued driver's license with a clean record.

Required skills

• AutoCAD and Civil 3D (mandatory)
• Adobe Suite and drafting techniques (mandatory)
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What we offer

• Medical, dental, vision and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• 401K, paid personal time off, paid holidays and paid paternal leave
• Compensation depending on experience