Project Manager

Activities + Responsibilities

• Promote DDG's core values, both internally and externally, and comply with the DDG Company Manual
• Efficiently producing site civil/coastal engineering and/or land development design plans
• Prepare drainage calculations, cut and fill calculations
• Visualize and plan the geographic representation of designs for land development related projects including industrial, commercial, and municipal
• Respect others and work efficiently within the budgetary constraints established for each project
• Understand and integrate: DDG CAD Standards, clarity and accuracy of documents, and client-dictated design criteria
• Work closely with project team to establish project timelines and designs
• Review and summarize environmental, wetland, geotechnical, traffic, and other essential reports for design implementation
• Attend meetings with clients and consultants to understand project needs and opportunities, as well as present proposed solutions and design approaches
• The 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
• Provide guidance to the project team and support the next generation of project staff with mentorship and teaching

Required Skills/Abilities

• Thorough understanding of civil engineering principles, practices, and resources
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design, data recording, and analyzation software (Preferred)
• Thorough understanding of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of bridges, roads, and other related structures
• Thorough understanding of safety regulations related to assigned projects
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to be both creative and analytical
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or similar engineering degree
• Path Underway to Professional Licensure 4+ years of civil/coastal engineering experience
• Experience in commercial land development, including site improvement design, drainage, utilities, grading, etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency in civil land-based CAD drafting and the latest AutoCAD software, preferred
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication skills and design skills

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

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 200 full-time employees and 10 offices across South Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas – Thibodaux (headquarters), Covington, Baton Rouge, St. George, New Orleans, Lafayette, Gautier, Mobile, Fairhope, and Houston.

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