Derrek Ferguson

I am a Senior Civil Designer and Technical Specialist with 36+ years of experience in site development, infrastructure, and land design. Skilled in Civil 3D workflows, I specialize in optimizing processes, mentoring design teams, and delivering efficient, scalable solutions. My focus is on precision, collaboration, and innovation—helping organizations achieve their goals while building lasting value in civil engineering projects.

Civil Site Design Technician and Senior Designer with nearly 40 years of experience delivering infrastructure, site development, and transportation projects across the U.S. and internationally. Skilled in Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, and advanced GIS/mapping tools. Recognized for leading large-scale site, municipal, roadway, and utility designs with an emphasis on accuracy, environmental sensitivity, and collaboration. Proven track record in CAD management, workflow standardization, and mentoring design teams to achieve peak performance. Career highlights include spearheading CAD and workflow standards for billion-dollar projects, contributing to TxDOT roadway and traffic control planning, and supporting major initiatives such as HCFCD’s $2.5B Post-Harvey Program.

Pre-Engineering & Civil Engineering Technology — Rochester Community College, MN (1988–1991)

Pre-Engineering — Finlandia University, MI (1987–1988)

Certificate: OpenRoads Designer Course — DTM Solutions (2018)