Assistant Project Manager

About the role

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. The Assistant Project Manager shall support project development from preliminary design to development of construction plans to jurisdictional permitting to completion of construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Achieve project objectives by working closely with the Civil AutoCAD Operators, PM, and SPM daily.
• Aid in managing 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 members of the external project team.
• Respond to client requests with a sense of urgency as coordinated with and directed by the PM.
• Understand and respect the project budget and attempt to avoid over-runs due to inefficiencies.
• Understand that we are a client-driven business and work will be required at times outside of normal business hours.
• The Assistant Project Manager should be constantly learning and implementing lessons learned from previous assignments.
• Take initiative to assist the project team with achieving the project objectives and improving the project management processes.

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of civil engineering principles, practices, and resources.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design, data recording, and analysis software (Preferred).
• Thorough understanding of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of civil related infrastructure including roads, railroads, site plans, subdivisions, storm drainage, water and sewer.
• Thorough 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.
• Associate’s degree in civil engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or Similar.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering preferred.
• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills regarding project calls and correspondence.
• AutoCAD experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• Must be able 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 and is exceptionally experienced in managing all aspects of a development project. In addition to our design services, we also provide clients with conceptual site planning and master planning, site investigation reports, assisting with property acquisitions, representation at public hearings, permitting, entitlements, and construction administration. In the 29 years since our founding, our unwavering commitment to client service excellence has allowed us to grow into a multidisciplinary regional firm with over 235 full-time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas – Thibodaux (headquarters), Covington, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Mobile, Gautier, Fairhope, and Houston.