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Project Designer

Trilon Group
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/4/2026

Project Designer

Department: Civil/Municipal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Columbia, SC

Description

CPH is a multi-disciplined Engineering and Architectural design firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine.

We are actively seeking to hire the following position:
  • Project Designer 
  • Location: Columbia, SC
The Project Designer supports a wide range of duties from concept to final delivery with a focus on deliverables for commercial projects in collaboration with our dynamic team and leadership. This role focuses on developing detailed technical drawings and designs, calculating material quantities, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The Designer works closely with engineers, architects, and project managers to ensure that all designs meet project specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.

Position Overview:

Our Project Designer will work in alignment with the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer to support final delivery of key client deliverables for large commercial developments utilizing primary software tools like AutoCAD/Civil3D. The primary focus of this position will involve providing day to day support on site layout, grading, and full construction site coordination/design. 

What You'll Be Doing:

--Primary Responsibilities--
  • Prepare accurate presentation, design, and construction documents using AutoCAD.
  • Collaborate and coordinate with the project team, including engineers, architects, designers, consultants, and clients.
  • Interpret relevant codes, regulations, and client requirements to guide the design process.
  • Implement and utilize established CAD standards, templates, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Calculate quantities, areas, and other essential data necessary for land development civil engineering designs.
  • Travel periodically to perform site investigations, take measurements, and observe construction progress, followed by the preparation of detailed reports and exhibits.
  • Assist in compiling construction plans from all disciplines and ensure timely submission to agencies with jurisdiction.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

--Position Requirements--
  • Associate’s Degree or Computer - Aided Design Certificate
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Adobe Suite software’s and drafting techniques are a MUST.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Experience in Commercial, Retail, Restaurant, and Industrial projects is a plus.
  • Adaptable and receptive to instruction from others.
  • Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively with a team
  • Excellent oral, written and organizational skills.
  • Flexibility in work schedule to accommodate project deadlines.
  • Detail oriented, quality conscious, reliable and self-motivated.
  • Valid state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record

What We Offer:

--Compensation & Benefits--
  • Dependent upon experience.
  • CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
  • 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.
CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.

Our people-first culture at CPH is truly unmatched in the AEC industry. Hard work and dedication are both recognized at our organization and we all strive to deliver the best-in-class for our valued clients. If you are seeking to find both opportunity and growth paired with a truly collaborative team culture to foster the collective win for our clients, CPH might just be the place for you and your future!

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