Civil Engineer / Project Manager - Public Works Infrastructure

Ardurra Group, Inc.; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra in Metairie, LA seeks an experienced Civil Engineer IV / Project Manager to lead municipal public works and infrastructure projects for local government clients.

You will manage scope, schedule, budget, perform design and analysis for roadway, drainage, water and utilities, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with agencies and stakeholders.

The role requires PE licensure and a strong track record in public works with Louisiana municipalities or DOTD projects is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field from ABET-accredited university.
• 5+ years of municipal/public works civil infrastructure experience.
• PE license required.
• Experience leading public-sector civil engineering projects.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of municipal public works and infrastructure projects.
• Serve as Project Manager with responsibility for scope, schedule, and budget.
• Perform and oversee design and analysis for roadways, drainage, stormwater, water, and sewer.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Public works experience

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

ABET-accredited university

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Excel

Job description

Ardurra is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer IV / Project Manager to join our Public Works Infrastructure team in Metairie, LA!

Ardurra is a multidisciplinary civil engineering services firm providing innovative infrastructure solutions to public and private sector clients throughout the United States. We leverage technical expertise, integrated project delivery, and local market knowledge to deliver practical, sustainable solutions for public infrastructure, utilities, transportation, drainage, and community development projects.

Our Metairie Public Works team partners with municipalities, local governments, utility providers, and public agencies to support infrastructure improvement and community development initiatives throughout Louisiana and the Gulf Coast region. Our team delivers roadway, drainage, utility, and municipal infrastructure projects focused on improving resiliency, mobility, and long-term public infrastructure performance.

Primary Function

The Civil Engineer IV / Project Manager will lead and support the planning, design, and delivery of municipal infrastructure and public works projects for local government and public agency clients. This role will be responsible for technical project execution and will serve as Project Manager on assigned roadway, drainage, stormwater, water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure improvement projects.

The ideal candidate will possess experience with municipal infrastructure design and project delivery, including permitting, utility coordination, drainage analysis, client coordination, and management of project scope, schedule, and budget. Candidates with experience supporting Louisiana municipalities, DOTD projects, or local public agencies are strongly preferred.

Primary Duties

• Lead and support the planning, design, and delivery of municipal public works and infrastructure projects
• Serve as Project Manager on assigned projects, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and overall project delivery
• Perform and oversee engineering design and analysis for roadway, drainage, stormwater, water distribution, wastewater collection, and utility infrastructure systems
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and coordinate with municipalities, utility agencies, regulatory entities, subconsultants, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Lead project meetings and maintain effective communication with clients and project stakeholders throughout project delivery
• Manage permitting and coordinate with applicable local, state, and federal agencies
• Perform and oversee drainage and stormwater analyses associated with roadway and municipal infrastructure improvements
• Coordinate utility conflicts, relocations, and infrastructure rehabilitation efforts
• Manage project tasks and staff assignments and monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Support proposal development, project scoping, fee development, and other business development efforts as needed

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited university
• 5+ years of relevant experience in municipal engineering, public works, civil infrastructure, or related fields
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Experience leading or managing public-sector civil engineering projects, including project scope, schedule, budget, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Experience with roadway, drainage, stormwater, water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure projects
• Experience preparing and reviewing engineering plans, specifications, calculations, cost estimates, and technical reports
• Working knowledge of municipal permitting, drainage and stormwater management, and utility coordination
• Experience working with Louisiana municipalities, public agencies, or DOTD projects preferred
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering design software
• Strong communication, client management, organizational, and project management skills

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affiliation Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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