Assistant Project Manager

HRsmart; Gautier (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical Insurance Plan

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

DDG is seeking a Civil Engineering Assistant Project Manager to support PM and SPM on civil projects from design through construction. You will coordinate with design teams, utilities, and municipalities, assist with scopes, budgets, and schedules, and help ensure quality and on-time delivery while learning to manage your own projects.

Ideal candidates have a civil engineering background, strong communication skills, proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, and a willingness to travel to project sites

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or an equivalent.
• 0-3+ years of civil engineering project experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support PM/SPM with project development from design to construction.
• Coordinate with municipalities, utilities, and sub‑consultants.
• Assist with scopes, budgets, and schedules to meet objectives.
• Communicate with client representatives and project team.
• Learn and implement lessons to manage future projects.

Skills

Civil Engineering

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Project Management

Client Coordination

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Associate in Civil Engineering or CM

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

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Job Type

Full-time

Location

Category

Civil Engineering

Job Description

CIVIL ENGINEERING ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Reports to: Project Manager / Senior Project Manager
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Travel: 10 %:

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. The Assistant Project Manager shall support project development from preliminary design to development of construction plans to jurisdictional permitting to completion of construction activities. The primary objective of the APM is the perform task and assist the PM and SPM in all aspects of a project to advance in knowledge and growth their skill set to a point of managing their own projects. Client coordination and communication to utility providers and municipal agencies will be fundamental characteristics for the prospective Assistant Project Manager.

Activities + Responsibilities

• Achieve project objectives by working closely with the 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 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.
• Typical tasks may include participation in site evaluations, due diligence activities, assisting with construction support, assist with preparation of design drawings and reports

Preferred 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 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.

EEO Statement

DDG is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. DDG makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

DDG offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• 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.