Assistant Project Manager
Job Type: Full-time | Location: Houston Office – Houston, TX 77007 US (Primary) | Category: Civil Engineering
Purpose
DDG is actively looking to add project management personnel to our growing civil engineering team. The Civil Engineering Assistant Project Manager will provide overall project support and task management assistance to the Project Manager (PM) and Senior Project Manager on individual projects, supporting development from preliminary design through construction completion.
Responsibilities
- Achieve project objectives by working closely with Civil AutoCAD Operators, PM, and SPM daily.
- Assist with management of client needs, project scopes, budgets, support personnel, and schedule.
- Maintain communication with municipalities and sub‑consultants.
- Coordinate with the PM or SPM concerning communication with client representatives and other external project team members.
- Respond to client requests with a sense of urgency as directed by the PM.
- Understand and respect the project budget and avoid overruns due to inefficiencies.
- Work outside normal business hours when required by client‑driven demands.
- Continuously learn and apply lessons learned from previous assignments.
- Take initiative to assist the project team in achieving objectives and improving project management processes.
- Participate in site evaluations, due‑diligence activities, construction support, and preparation of design drawings and reports.
Preferred Skills/Abilities
- Thorough understanding of civil engineering principles, practices, and resources.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design, data‑recording, and analysis software (preferred).
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools for civil infrastructure (roads, railroads, site plans, subdivisions, storm drainage, water and sewer).
- Understanding of safety regulations related to assigned projects.
- Ability to identify and solve complex problems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to be both creative and analytical.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (preferred).
- Associate’s degree in civil engineering, project management, construction management, or a related field.
- 0–3+ years of experience with civil engineering projects.
- Path underway to professional licensure (preferred).
- Experience with local jurisdictional governments related to design criteria and permitting.
- AutoCAD experience (preferred).
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to travel to various project sites.
- Ability to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
- Medical insurance plan
- Voluntary vision insurance
- Voluntary dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short‑term & long‑term disability insurance
About DDG
DDG is a comprehensive design firm with 29 years of experience managing all aspects of development projects. In addition to design services, DDG provides conceptual site planning, master planning, site investigation reports, property acquisition assistance, representation at public hearings, permitting, entitlements, and construction administration. The firm has grown into a multidisciplinary regional organization with over 235 full‑time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas.