Job Description

Civil Drafter

This Civil Drafter role focuses on commercial site development projects, primarily in the metro area, using AutoCAD to produce and revise detailed drawings. You will work in the office full-time, translating blueprints and engineering drawings into accurate civil drafting documents, with a strong emphasis on redlining and updating plans rather than performing engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed civil drafting plans for commercial site development projects using AutoCAD.
• Review blueprints and engineering drawings and convert them into accurate drafting documents.
• Apply redlines to drawings, updating and revising plans based on feedback from project managers and civil engineers.
• Prepare and modify site development drawings, including grading and slope details.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and civil engineers to ensure drawings meet project specifications and standards.
• Support a variety of projects ranging from small to large scale, ensuring consistency and quality across all deliverables.
• Maintain organized drafting files and documentation for current and past projects.
• Adhere to company drafting standards and procedures while meeting project deadlines.
• Work on-site in the office 100% of the time to facilitate communication and coordination with the project team.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of drafting experience.
• At least 1 year of AutoCAD experience.
• A 2-year associate degree in Civil Technology, Civil Technician, or a similar field.
• Experience producing civil drafting plans from blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Ability to apply redlines and revise drawings accurately and efficiently.
• Fundamental understanding of site development concepts such as grading and slope.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drafting work.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers and civil engineers in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience with civil 3D or similar civil design tools.
• 2 or more years of experience in site development work.
• Experience with land development and commercial site design.
• Familiarity with site development workflows, including grading, slope, and related design considerations.
• Exposure to a variety of civil projects, from small to large scale.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small, tight-knit office located in Blaine, Minnesota, where you will work on-site 100% of the time. The team includes project managers, several civil engineers, and other drafters, fostering close collaboration and mentorship opportunities. The culture is laid-back and professional, with a casual dress code of jeans and polos. You will work approximately 40 hours per week while on contract, with the possibility of occasional overtime depending on project deadlines. The environment offers exposure to a wide range of commercial site development projects, providing strong learning and growth opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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