I will design retaining wall, structural plans, and site drainage systems


About this gig
Are you dealing with an unstable slope, property erosion, or a local building department demanding grading and drainage plans before you can build? Improperly designed retaining walls collapse under soil hydrostatic pressure, and poor site drainage can lead to flooding, structural foundation damage, and severe municipal fines.
I provide professional 2D CAD civil and structural layout drafting specializing in concrete masonry (CMU), gravity, and reinforced concrete retaining walls, alongside fully integrated site drainage networks. I focus on delivering clean, permit-ready technical layouts that clearly communicate wall structural dimensions, reinforcing steel configurations, and water diversion pathways to municipal reviewers and contractors.
What this specialized retention & drainage gig focuses on:
- Structural Wall Cross-Sections: Precise detailing of wall thickness, batter/slope, footing width, rebar sizing, and spacing schedules.
- Hydrostatic Pressure Mitigation: Drafting dedicated behind-the-wall drainage details, including perforated weep holes, gravel backfill zones, and filter fabrics.
- Site Drainage Systems Layout: Strategic placement of surface swales, French drains, catch
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Get to know Robert
Architectural Shop Drawing And Construction Detailing Specialist
- FromCanada
- Member sinceSep 2026
Languages
English
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FAQ
Why does my retaining wall design require an integrated drainage system?
The number one cause of retaining wall failure is water accumulation in the soil behind the wall. Trapped water creates immense hydrostatic pressure that can easily push a wall over. My plans integrate gravel backfill layers, filter fabric, and perforated drain pipes (or weep holes) to channel
Can you design a tiered or terraced retaining wall system?
Yes, I can draft multi-tiered or stepped wall configurations. When walls are terraced, the upper wall places a structural load on the lower wall. I draft these profiles with proper setback spacing according to standard engineering guidelines to avoid structural overload.
What type of site drainage systems do you typically specify on the plans?
Depending on your site issues, I specify French drains for groundwater mitigation, surface swales and catch basins for heavy rain runoff, solid PVC piping routes to transport water to a safe discharge point, and foundation curtain drains to keep crawlspaces or basements dry.

