Careers

We are a tight-knit group who go above-and-beyond to support one another at work and in our personal lives. A number of us have been struck devastating blows with cancer diagnoses and the unexpected loss of a loved one. Not to mention the sleep deprivation that comes with all newborns! We believe in family and treat one another with the utmost respect and compassion. The value we place on relationships extends beyond our four walls to our community and our clients.  We expect of ourselves the highest levels of professionalism, competence, and integrity, both in our work and in our lives away from the office – and we know our clients expect nothing less.


We are currently searching for another great Team Member in our Roanoke Surveying Department. Our new Land Surveying CADD Technician needs 2 years of AutoCAD drafting experience preferably in land surveying or civil engineering. Great written and oral communication skills are vital. A willingness to be coachable and the attitude to do whatever it takes for us to meet (and exceed) our clients' needs is an important characteristic. Our Surveying Staff works closely with our Engineering Staff and being able to articulate your knowledge and ideas effectively is vital to our success..

Our company offers an excellent benefits package and work environment. Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Parker Design Group, Inc., 2122 Carolina Avenue, SW, Roanoke, Virginia 24014 or TBower@parkerdg.com.


We are currently searching for another great Team Member in our Roanoke Engineering Department with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (or a related field). We prefer candidates with 2-5 years of experience in Civil3D software and the ability to prepare Site Civil Plans for land development projects. These plans include but are not limited to Utility, Grading, Erosion Control, and Stormwater Management plans. Candidates shall have an understanding of current regulations pertaining to Stormwater Management and have the ability to perform calculations pertaining to these regulations.

Great written and oral communication skills are vital. A willingness to be coachable and the attitude to do whatever it takes for us to meet (and exceed) our clients' needs is an important characteristic. Our Engineering Staff works closely with our Surveying Staff and being able to articulate your knowledge and ideas effectively is vital to our success. We prefer candidates with an EIT/PE license.

Our company offers an excellent benefits package and work environment. Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Parker Design Group, Inc., 2122 Carolina Avenue, SW, Roanoke, Virginia 24014 or TBower@parkerdg.com.


We are currently searching for another great Team Member in our Richmond Engineering Department with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (or a related field). We prefer candidates with 2-5 years of experience in Civil3D software and the ability to prepare Site Civil Plans for land development projects. These plans include but are not limited to Utility, Grading, Erosion Control, and Stormwater Management plans. Candidates shall have an understanding of current regulations pertaining to Stormwater Management and have the ability to perform calculations pertaining to these regulations.

Great written and oral communication skills are vital. A willingness to be coachable and the attitude to do whatever it takes for us to meet (and exceed) our clients' needs is an important characteristic. Our Engineering Staff works closely with our Surveying Staff and being able to articulate your knowledge and ideas effectively is vital to our success. We prefer candidates with an EIT/PE license.

Our company offers an excellent benefits package and work environment. Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Parker Design Group, Inc., 1915 W. Cary Street, Suite B; Richmond, VA 23220 or Cgrogan@parkerdg.com.


We are currently searching for another great Team Member in our Roanoke Surveying Department. Although surveying has been around since the beginning of time, there have been significant improvements in the methods and equipment. We want to offer our clients the most state-of-the-art services while increasing productivity of our employees. We are committed to investing the financial resources and time to ensure that we provide the most up-to-date information to our clients. All of our survey crews use equipment less than 2 years old with blue tooth technology. These one-man robotic stations have significantly reduced the amount of time necessary to collect data in the field and have improved the accuracy of our surveys. We are constantly trying to find new methods and equipment to successfully meet the needs of our clients and create a positive and supportive work environment.

Our new Land Survey Project Manager needs at least 5 years of experience in land surveying and a LS licenses is preferred. Civil 3D is a must along with great written and oral communication skills. A willingness to be coachable and the attitude to do whatever it takes for us to meet (and exceed) our clients' needs is an important characteristic of our new Land Survey Project Manager. Our Surveying Staff of 6 works closely with our Engineering Staff and being able to articulate your knowledge and ideas effectively is vital to our success. Leadership and supervisory skills are also key in this position. This position involves both indoor drafting work along with outdoor data collection work. You will need a valid driver's licenses and must be physically fit to handle long hikes in the Blue Ridge Mountains!

Our company offers an excellent benefits package and work environment. Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Parker Design Group, Inc., 2122 Carolina Avenue, SW, Roanoke, Virginia 24014 or TBower@parkerdg.com.

Our Roanoke and Richmond offices are looking for a full-time self-motivated team-player to fill the position of Stormwater Inspector. The selected individual will inspect construction sites for compliance with stormwater regulations and is responsible for ensuring site compliance with all applicable VPDES Construction General Permits and the project Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). This is primarily a field position requiring the majority of the work hours to be spent on project sites.

Essential duties and responsibilities include: 
• Conduct routine site inspections as specified in the SWPPP
• Read and understand civil construction plans and topographical maps in order to verify site compliance
• Identify BMP issues and coordinate with contractors to address items needed to bring the site back into compliance
• Communicate inspection results with project team
• Complete SWPPP Inspection Reports and Update SWPPP in a timely manner
• Assist with closed circuit television (CCTV) inspections to evaluate pipe conditions

Qualifications:·
• Solid understanding of stormwater regulations, construction practices, BMPs and VPDES regulations
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well individually with minimal supervision and as a team player
• Ability to maintain own schedule and meet deadlines
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Capable of walking long distances on potentially difficult terrain
• Willingness to attend training classes to obtain industry certifications as necessary
• DEQ SWM/ESC Inspector certification a plus

Our company offers an excellent benefits package and work environment. Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Parker Design Group, Inc., 2122 Carolina Avenue, SW, Roanoke, Virginia 24014 or TBower@parkerdg.com.

Working at Parker Design Group

Parker Design Group, Inc. is a forward thinking, goal driven Civil Engineering Firm with a PASSIONATE desire to assist those proposing to alter the natural landscape. We set a high standard for ourselves by striving to create a reputation that enhances our clients, community, and environment. Our goal is to be the experts of the ever-changing regulatory world while using the latest technology and education to provide an excellent service resulting in a profitable business.

In 2001, we started out with two Landscape Architects. Today we have grown to twenty full time professionals and two offices! The road has been bumpy as our industry is directly tied to the growth (or recession) of our economy, but we have been fastidious about long term growth planning. We focus on loyalty in our hiring process and are proud of the fact that a third of our staff has been with us for more than 8 years.

We are a tight-knit group who go above-and-beyond to support one another at work and in our personal lives. A number of us have been struck devastating blows with cancer diagnoses and the unexpected loss of a loved one. Not to mention the sleep deprivation that comes with all newborns! We believe in family and treat one another with the utmost respect and compassion. Our commitment to one another has created a strong foundation and a very low turnover rate.

Benefits at Parker Design Group

We offer an excellent employee benefits package here at Parker Design Group. The following is a snapshot of some of the benefits we offer: 

  • 401K
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • PTO and Paid Holidays

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