Designer I - Civil
Why Work for ZCS
We believe that people matter, that collaboration is key, and that learning leads to growth. At ZCS, we strive to create work environments that are both inspiring and rewarding. In the workplace, our project teams are developed to foster relationship-building and provide hands-on experience and mentorship. Outside of the office, we host multiple company-wide events every year intended to make each employee's experience at ZCS as enjoyable and productive as possible. We are always on the lookout for new talent and those who are seeking a meaningful career.
Here are some of the things we value at ZCS (and we think you might, too).
Great Benefits
Competitive Salaries
Generous PTO
10 Paid Holidays
Excellent Health Insurance Plans
Including HSA, FSA, and HRA
401K Contribution
Profit Sharing Contributions
Free Parking
Company Culture
Annual Company Wide Summer Event
Annual Company Wide Christmas Party
Fully Stocked Kitchens
Frequent ZCS Hosted Lunches and Activities
EEO Dedicated to Creating and Maintaining a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
Remote Work Opportunities
Training Events
Work / Life Balance
Meaningful Careers
Mentorship for Entry-Level Staff
Advancement Opportunities
Structured Career Path
Paid Licensure / Continuing Ed.
Paid Volunteer Time
Project Diversity
Dedicated to Your Success: Excellence, Creativity, and Teamwork
We have high standards and expectations — and we're dedicated to giving you the tools needed to succeed.
No challenge is too big. We do what it takes to deliver successful projects to our clients. Every difficult challenge can be met with a creative solution.
We work together. As a multi-disciplinary firm, we collaborate, bounce ideas off each other, and solve problems like no one else can.
Above all, we're invested in our employees and their success.
Description
As a Designer, you will ultimately leverage your knowledge of professional design, strategic thinking, collaborative skills, and strong communication acumen to develop project designs and construction documents for single and multi-discipline projects. The responsibilities of this position include:
Utilize experience and knowledge from coursework in the design of architectural/engineering projects.
Generate project design and construction documents with oversight from senior staff for projects ranging from private residences to K-12 campuses and seismic retrofits of existing buildings to commercial developments.
Utilize the applicable codes, regulations, and laws to preform code reviews and ensure project compliance.
Assist on projects during construction through review and processing of RFI's, material submittals, and periodic on-site construction observation.
Collaborate with project partners (in-house disciplines, owners, architects, sub-consultants, etc.).
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and may be changed as deemed necessary by the Company.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering from an accredited program
Demonstrated critical thinking skills in a deadline driven arena
Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
Strong proven technical skills
Ability to travel (occasionally) as we support projects throughout the state
Valid driver's license
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Repetitive use of hands and fingers (i.e. keyboarding, data entry).
Must be able to see and hear to gather and input information; respond to face-to-face and telephone inquiries.
Must be able to drive and have a valid driver's license.
Must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing a maximum of 50 pounds.
Able to work in low light conditions, with desk lamps versus overhead lighting.
Ability to walk throughout a warehouse floor following our internal safety guidelines.