Senior Designer – Land Development (Residential & Commercial)
Landform Professional Services, LLC
Minneapolis, MN, US
Onsite
2026-07-21
Estimated salary · Minneapolis
~ $64,500 - $128,700
Low
$46K
Median
$64K
High
$91K
Market in Minneapolis · BLS OEWS 2025
Estimated net pay
$4,262 - $7,663
/month · 21% withheld
after tax & contributions · on the estimated salary · Single, no dependents
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 mea
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