Senior Civil Designer; Grading & Utility - Data Center

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We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for some of the largest and most forward-thinking companies in the world. We design large hyperscale data center campuses and colocation data centers throughout the U.S. This role gives you the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most complex engineering-driven projects being built today. Our clients are relationship based and truly value the work we do for them, allowing us to contribute to society’s technological and connected community through the design of the critical infrastructure that is the foundation of these projects.

This senior civil designer focuses on grading & utility work and will work in a collaborative team environment on complex multidisciplinary projects. You will work closely with licensed engineers on plans and calculations, utilizing your expertise in Civil 3D and CAD software. In addition to sheet production, you will independently design utilities and surfaces with the oversight of an engineer, creating accurate and efficient design solutions, detailed drawings, and models to communicate design intent.

Projects range from roughly 20 acres to 200+ acres.

We have several current openings and will consider candidates interested in being located out of any Olsson office, hybrid, or fully remote in various U.S. locations. This role includes flexible work options to accommodate diverse working preferences and promote work‑life balance.

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Empowering others to use their talents
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Associate’s degree in drafting or related field preferred
• 8 or more years of expertise in drafting and design
• Experience in surface creation, analysis, utility design, and BIM coordination
• Proficiency in Civil 3D software

The posted salary range for this position correlates with our Colorado office locations and is commensurate with experience relative to the position. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

$87,000 - $114,000 USD

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the same mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology