- Analyzing survey reports, long-range plans, maps and other data to design current projects
- Considering budget, regulations and environmental hazards during risk-analysis stage
- Preparing material, equipment and labor cost estimates and confirming costs are within the budget
- Forecasting design and construction timeline
- Completing and submitting all permit applications to the appropriate agencies and ensuring projects are compliant throughout the design and construction stages
- Overseeing soil testing to establish soil strength and building feasibility
- Using design software to create project drawings and renderings
- Managing repair and maintenance of infrastructure projects