Senior Designer – Land Development (Residential & Commercial)
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
Senior
Lead projects that shape communities—not just drawings. At Landform, you won’t be confined to one discipline or one phase of a project. You’ll collaborate alongside planners, civil engineers, land surveyors, landscape ar…
Skills: Site Planning, Grading & Drainage Design, Stormwater Management, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Construction Documentation
Civil Engineer – Land Development (Residential & Commercial)
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States · On-site
Mid level
See projects move from sketches and site visits to permits, construction, and ribbon cuttings—often within your first year. At Landform, you'll do more than support projects. You'll help shape the places where people liv…
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Full-time
bachelor degree
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead the preparation of site plans, grading, drainage, and construction documents for residential and commercial developments. Coordinate with clients and municipalities while mentoring junior designers and overseeing projects from concept through construction.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree and at least five years of progressive site design experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and experience leading multidisciplinary land development projects are highly valued.
Full job description
Lead projects that shape communities—not just drawings.
At Landform, you won’t be confined to one discipline or one phase of a project. You’ll collaborate alongside planners, civil engineers, land surveyors, landscape architects, and development professionals in our unique studio-based environment, helping transform ideas into vibrant residential and commercial developments.
We're looking for an on-site Senior Designer (5+ years of experience), based in the Minneapolis, MN area, with an education from an Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology (ABET)- accredited program who enjoys solving complex design challenges, mentoring emerging professionals, and leading projects that leave a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
What You'll Do
As a Senior Designer, you’ll play a key role throughout the entire land development process—from early site planning through construction.
You’ll:
Lead the preparation of site plans, grading, drainage, utility, erosion control, and construction documents
Apply advanced site design solutions for residential and commercial developments
Coordinate with clients, municipalities, consultants, and contractors throughout project delivery
Prepare permit applications and guide projects through agency review
Perform construction administration and provide technical design support during construction
Provide quality control for project documents and design standards
Mentor Designers and EITs while helping strengthen Landform’s collaborative culture
Take ownership of increasingly complex projects while helping shape design excellence across the studio
Core Focus Areas
Land Development
Site Design
Civil Engineering Design
Grading & Drainage Design
Stormwater Management
Construction Documentation
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Permit Coordination
Residential Development
Commercial Development
What You'll Gain
Leadership opportunities on meaningful projects
Direct collaboration across multiple disciplines in Landform’s studio model
The opportunity to mentor and develop the next generation of designers
Exposure to diverse project types and clients
Continued professional growth toward Senior Project Lead and Associate-level opportunities
A workplace where collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning are genuinely valued
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum five years of progressive site design experience
Strong knowledge of civil engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, or land development
Experience preparing construction documents and coordinating project deliverables
Experience mentoring or guiding junior designers
Strong communication and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry-standard design software
Passion for collaborative problem-solving and continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE)
Advanced experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
Experience leading multidisciplinary land development projects
Why Landform
For more than 30 years, Landform has partnered with public and private clients to create memorable places throughout Minnesota and across the country.
What makes us different isn’t just the projects we design—it’s how we work.
Studio-based collaboration across multiple disciplines
Leadership opportunities without unnecessary bureaucracy
Diverse residential and commercial projects
Meaningful mentorship and professional development
Hybrid flexibility and modern work environment
A culture built on Quality, Leadership, Relationships, Mentorship, and Enthusiasm
You won’t be siloed into one specialty—you’ll help shape entire projects from concept through construction.
What You Can Expect
Competitive compensation
Health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Profit sharing
Professional registration support
Continuing education and licensure reimbursement
Hybrid work flexibility
Technology reimbursement
Volunteer time
Employee Assistance Program
Beyond The Work
Landform believes great careers are built through strong relationships.
You’ll enjoy:
Employee appreciation events
Family events
Monthly happy hours
Professional networking opportunities
Volunteer initiatives
Coffee bar, snacks, and yes…the famous popcorn machine
Pet-friendly workplace
At Landform, you can:
FORM YOUR PATH. Continue building your leadership skills while creating meaningful places.
FORM YOUR TEAM. Collaborate with professionals who believe the best solutions come from working together.
FORM YOUR FUTURE.Expand your portfolio, mentor others, and help shape the next generation of Landform projects.
Build communities. Build leaders. Build your future.
If you’re looking for more than another drafting position—if you’re ready to lead projects, mentor talented teammates, and create places that make a lasting impact—we’d love to meet you.
👉 Apply today and discover what it’s like to help shape communities with Landform.
An award-winning civil engineering, landscape architecture, urban planning & land surveying firm for over 30 years.
Industry
Design Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1994
Headquarters
Minneapolis, MN
LinkedIn followers
744
Landform Professional Services, LLC is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm that, for 30 years, offers a full range of integrated site design services including civil engineering, landscape architecture, planning, urban design and land surveying. We offer you a SensiblyGreen® approach to your site design and development challenges from Site to Finish®. Our professional resources include civil engineers, landscape architects, planners, urban designers and land surveyors in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our broad base of clients includes cities, park boards, architects, builders, property owners, retailers and developers both locally and nationally.
Landscape Architecture:
Project Management Master Planning Site Design & Theming Landscape and Irrigation Design Entry Monument, Water Feature Design Hardscape & Water Feature Design Sustainable Design Design Guidelines and Standards EAW, AUAR, EIS, ISP Review/Preparation
Civil Engineering:
Project Management, Wetland Alteration/Mitigation, Opinions of Probable Construction Cost, Bid Solicitation Contract Administration, Construction Observation Site Analysis, Selection & Feasibility Studies, Site Design & Theming, Building Siting & Parking Design, Site Illumination Analysis, Stormwater Management, Erosion & Sediment Control, Grading Design, Utility/Infrastructure Design, Earthwork Analysis, Sustainable Design, Traffic Circulation Analysis, EAW, AUAR, EIS, ISP Review/Preparation
Planning:
Project Management Master Planning Parks Planning and Design Permit Facilitation and Agency Review Site Design & Theming Ordinances and Design Guidelines Comprehensive Planning Entitlements & Approvals Process Site Analysis, Selection & Feasibility Studies EAW, AUAR, EIS, ISP Review/Preparation
Land Survey:
Boundary Surveys, ALTA/ASCM Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Lot Certificates, Plats & Registered Land Surveys, Wetlands Surveys, Replatting & Lot Splits, Construction Staking & Layout, Easements, Property and Legal Descriptions
Offices: 105 S 5th Ave, Ste. 513, Minneapolis, MN 55401, US · 510 Freeport Ave NW, Suite F, Elk River, Minnesota 55330, US
An award-winning civil engineering, landscape architecture, urban planning & land surveying firm for over 30 years.
Industry
Design Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1994
Headquarters
Minneapolis, MN
LinkedIn followers
744
Landform Professional Services, LLC is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm that, for 30 years, offers a full range of integrated site design services including civil engineering, landscape architecture, planning, urban design and land surveying. We offer you a SensiblyGreen® approach to your site design and development challenges from Site to Finish®. Our professional resources include civil engineers, landscape architects, planners, urban designers and land surveyors in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our broad base of clients includes cities, park boards, architects, builders, property owners, retailers and developers both locally and nationally.
Landscape Architecture:
Project Management Master Planning Site Design & Theming Landscape and Irrigation Design Entry Monument, Water Feature Design Hardscape & Water Feature Design Sustainable Design Design Guidelines and Standards EAW, AUAR, EIS, ISP Review/Preparation
Civil Engineering:
Project Management, Wetland Alteration/Mitigation, Opinions of Probable Construction Cost, Bid Solicitation Contract Administration, Construction Observation Site Analysis, Selection & Feasibility Studies, Site Design & Theming, Building Siting & Parking Design, Site Illumination Analysis, Stormwater Management, Erosion & Sediment Control, Grading Design, Utility/Infrastructure Design, Earthwork Analysis, Sustainable Design, Traffic Circulation Analysis, EAW, AUAR, EIS, ISP Review/Preparation
Planning:
Project Management Master Planning Parks Planning and Design Permit Facilitation and Agency Review Site Design & Theming Ordinances and Design Guidelines Comprehensive Planning Entitlements & Approvals Process Site Analysis, Selection & Feasibility Studies EAW, AUAR, EIS, ISP Review/Preparation
Land Survey:
Boundary Surveys, ALTA/ASCM Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Lot Certificates, Plats & Registered Land Surveys, Wetlands Surveys, Replatting & Lot Splits, Construction Staking & Layout, Easements, Property and Legal Descriptions
Offices: 105 S 5th Ave, Ste. 513, Minneapolis, MN 55401, US · 510 Freeport Ave NW, Suite F, Elk River, Minnesota 55330, US