Civil Designer

DCivil Designer / Civil Project Engineer – Land Development (K‑12 Focus)

We are seeking a skilled Civil Designer / Civil Project Engineer to support civil land development projects, with a primary focus on K‑12 educational facilities throughout Southeast Michigan. Approximately 80% of this role is dedicated to K‑12 projects, with the remaining work supporting private‑sector commercial developments.

This position sits at a true mid‑level—someone senior enough to independently run design efforts and delegate work to junior staff, but not required to manage clients or budgets like a Project Manager.

This individual will be responsible for producing and coordinating civil design deliverables, including detailed calculations, quantity takeoffs, and construction documents. They will work closely with internal project managers, architects, and independent clients to move projects forward with minimal oversight.

• Perform detailed civil design calculations and quantity take‑offs
• Produce construction documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Design grading, surfacing, and sanitary/storm sewer systems
• Support commercial, residential, and educational land development projects
• Coordinate with architects and internal teams to ensure accurate, complete drawings
• Delegate and review work performed by junior production staff
• Attend occasional site visits for planning meetings and drawing reviews
• Operate primarily in the office environment

This role does not require a licensed engineer or engineering degree, as long as the candidate has strong, hands‑on Civil 3D design experience. The ideal person is someone project managers can trust to “take a project and run with it” without constant direction.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands‑on AutoCAD and Civil 3D design experience
• Strong experience with:
  • Grading and surfacing
  • Sanitary and storm sewer design
  • Site / land development projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks

Preferred / Bonus Qualifications

• Prior K‑12 project experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

• AutoCAD
• Civil 3D
• Civil Drafting & Design
• Site / Land Development
• Construction Documentation

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Detroit, MI.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $42.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Detroit,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

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