Senior Designer – Land Development (Residential & Commercial)

Lead projects that shape communitiesnot just drawings.

At Landform you wont be confined to one discipline or one phase of a project. Youll 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.

Were 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 Youll Do

As a Senior Designer youll play a key role throughout the entire land development processfrom earlysite planning through construction.

Youll:

• 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 Landforms 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 Youll Gain

• Leadership opportunities on meaningful projects
  
• Direct collaboration across multiple disciplines in Landforms 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

• Bachelors 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

• Bachelors 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 isnt just the projects we designits 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 wont be siloed into one specialtyyoull help shape entire projects from concept throughconstruction.

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.

Youll enjoy:

• Employee appreciation events
  
• Family events
• Monthly happy hours
• Professional networking opportunities
• Volunteer initiatives
• Coffee bar snacks and yesthe 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 youre looking for more than another drafting positionif youre ready to lead projects mentor talentedteammates and create places that make a lasting impactwed love to meet you.

Apply today and discover what its like to help shape communities with Landform.

Required Experience:

Senior IC