Designer II - Site Development

We are looking for a dedicated and organized Designer with keen attention to detail to join our Site Development team.

Founded in 2007, Ward Getz & Associates LLC (WGA) is a Texas based professional consulting firm that has steadily grown in a competitive market by consistently delivering exceptional quality and service. Our success is rooted in the belief that creative design drives successful projects and that strong collaborative relationships with municipalities, permitting authorities, and local and state agencies lead to tangible results throughout the development process. Our diverse project experience spans industrial, commercial, large mixed-use developments, hospitality, healthcare, education, municipal infrastructure, and both multifamily and single-family residential projects. From preliminary feasibility studies to full scale design, we are committed to providing value through innovative and cost-effective solutions tailored to each project's unique needs. With five established offices across Texas in Houston, The Woodlands, College Station, Austin, and San Antonio, and with remote team members located throughout the United States, WGA continues to expand its reach while maintaining a strong local presence.

Responsibilities

• Utilize in-depth knowledge of established industry design standards to support the project team in preparing models, plans, and drawings for key components such as utilities, pavement, and earthwork.
• Create detailed construction plan drawings for site development projects, ensuring compliance with agency permitting and approval processes with minimal supervision.
• Create detailed surfaces utilizing survey data for accurate earthwork calculations and comparisons.
• Prepare quantity take-offs from conceptual and final construction plans.
• Identify and resolve technical issues using sound judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Provide regular updates to Project Managers and communicate any design-related concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with engineers and senior designers to complete tasks within specified timelines and budget constraints.
• Mentor and train CAD Technicians to improve team capabilities and ensure quality output.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Licensure

• High school diploma or technical school training with courses in computer-aided drafting, or equivalent experience.
• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Must have a willingness to learn and expand responsibilities.

Experience/Skills

• 5+ years of experience in site or residential land development design.
• 2+ years of experience in site design
• Must be proficient in Civil3D.
• Ability to conduct all business activities in a professional and ethical manner and contribute to company success.
• Commitment to delivering results and maintaining a high standard of work quality.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions provided in written and oral formats.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to be innovative and apply technical skills effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills, for working effectively in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to manage change and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality at the Houston office.

EEO STATEMENT

WGA is committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and its employees. The Company strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity or any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that WGA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, WGA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, WGA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of WGA.