What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Designer position at LSC Design Inc?
Warehaus is seeking a Civil Designer to support site design and land development projects across commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and municipal markets. This role focuses on producing high-quality plans and design documents using Civil 3D while working closely with project engineers and project managers.
As part of our collaborative civil engineering team, you’ll gain hands-on experience in grading, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and permitting. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, working as part of a team, and contributing to meaningful projects in Central Pennsylvania and beyond.
Responsibilities:
- Review and interpret municipal ordinances, zoning codes, and development regulations; prepare ordinance summaries as needed
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, land surveys, topographic maps, and architectural plans to support site design
- Design site elements and prepare related calculations, including:
- Vehicular access and circulation
- Parking lot layouts
- Site grading
- Utility layouts (water, sewer, storm)
- Stormwater management facilities
- Prepare detailed subdivision and land development plans, including:
- Erosion & Sediment Control (E&S) plans
- Post-Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) plans
- General NPDES permit documentation
- Highway Occupancy Permit (HOP) plans
- Follow Warehaus’ drafting standards, file management protocols, and CAD asset management practices
- Maintain accurate design files, plan sets, and documentation throughout all phases of the project
- Coordinate with subconsultants, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams
- Assist with project closeout, including record drawings and final documentation
- Manage portions of design tasks within established budgets, timelines, and project scopes
Applicants Must Possess the Minimum Following Requirements:
- 3 years of experience preparing land development plans for commercial, residential, industrial, or institutional projects
- (Years of experience will determine placement as Civil Designer or Senior Civil Designer)
- Strong knowledge of stormwater management regulations, E&S requirements, and local permitting processes
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (grading, surfaces, alignments, plan production)
- Experience coordinating with municipalities, regulatory agencies, or reviewing bodies
- Solid understanding of the land development process, from concept through permitting
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred, but not required
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Benefits Include:
- Competitive Salary
- Quarterly/Annual Bonus Opportunities
- Flexible Work Environment
- Self-Managed Time Off
- 11 Annual Holidays (including week after Christmas)
- Medical Insurance – 2 competitive plan choices to fit your individual needs
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance – Paid in full by Warehaus
- Short/Long Term Disability Insurance – Paid in full by Warehaus
- FSA Account
- 401K Retirement Plan, 100% Vested, Employer Match (Up to 4%)
- Tuition Reimbursement/Professional License Fees
- Employee Engagement Program with Monthly Monetary Rewards
- Company Store with Warehaus-Paid Stipends
Why Join Warehaus?
- Diverse project work across healthcare, adaptive reuse, institutional, residential, and commercial development
- A collaborative civil team with zero turnover in the last two years
- Flexible work options and a supportive work environment
- Clear growth paths, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
- An established A/E firm celebrating over 45 years in downtown York, PA