Civil Engineering Assistant Project Manager: Grow into Lead PM

DDG; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical Insurance Plan

Voluntary Vision Insurance

Voluntary Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Job summary

DDG is seeking a Civil Engineering Assistant Project Manager in Mobile, AL to support PMs and SPMs from preliminary design through construction. You will coordinate with clients, utilities, and jurisdictions, helping manage scopes, budgets, and schedules while growing professional licensure readiness.

The role emphasizes learning, client communication, and collaboration with design and field teams. Travel ~10% and a strong civil engineering foundation are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Associate’s degree in civil engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or Similar
• 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

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

Skills

Project coordination

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Associate’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

DDG is seeking a Civil Engineering Assistant Project Manager in Mobile, AL to support PMs and SPMs from preliminary design through construction. You will coordinate with clients, utilities, and jurisdictions, helping manage scopes, budgets, and schedules while growing professional licensure readiness.

The role emphasizes learning, client communication, and collaboration with design and field teams. Travel ~10% and a strong civil engineering foundation are expected.