Project Manager

Datum Engineers, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Datum Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead structural engineering projects, coordinating with clients and guiding teams to deliver the design and construction documents.

The role involves organising work, communicating with external stakeholders, and supervising engineers while adhering to design criteria and company standards. It reports to the Managing Principal in the Engineering department.

Qualifications

• Experience leading structural engineering projects.
• Ability to coordinate multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Strong communication with clients and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Organize work and internal teams to execute all structural design aspects.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and external team members.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with team members.
• Adhere to building codes, standards, and company practices.
• Perform structural analysis and contribute to construction documents.
• Supervise the work of other engineers and perform site visits.

Skills

Project management

Team coordination

Client communication

Construction documentation

Job description

Job Summary

Manage structural engineering projects, including coordination with clients, organizing and guiding team members to execute the design, and leading the creation of construction documents.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

May include any or all the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Organize our work and internal teams to execute all aspects of structural engineering design, including analysis, design, coordination, detailing, development of plans and specifications, review of submittals, performance of site visits, and assessment of requests for information.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and other external team members to understand project goals and requirements, coordinate structural designs with other disciplines, and to effectively communicate structural engineering aspects.
• Develop and maintain strong positive relationships with internal and external team members.
• Develop and adhere to recognized design criteria based on Building Codes, Standard Practice, and Company Engineering Standards.
• Perform Structural Analysis and Design Calculations structural elements and systems, for incorporation into Construction Documents.
• Supervise the structural engineering work of other team members.
• Perform Construction Administration and Site Visits.
• Communicate structural engineering designs using sketches, drawings, details, and models both internally and externally.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing within the company by assisting with the development of design standards and details, and documenting and sharing lessons learned.
• Develop areas of specialty knowledge to become a resource to others in the firm.
• Additional responsibilities commensurate with your interests or abilities.

Title: Project Manager

Reports to: Managing Principal

Department: Engineering

Job Code: PM

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary

Manage structural engineering projects, including coordination with clients, organizing and guiding team members to execute the design, and leading the creation of construction documents.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

May include any or all the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Organize our work and internal teams to execute all aspects of structural engineering design, including analysis, design, coordination, detailing, development of plans and specifications, review of submittals, performance of site visits, and assessment of requests for information.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and other external team members to understand project goals and requirements, coordinate structural designs with other disciplines, and to effectively communicate structural engineering aspects.
• Develop and maintain strong positive relationships with internal and external team members.
• Develop and adhere to recognized design criteria based on Building Codes, Standard Practice, and Company Engineering Standards.
• Perform Structural Analysis and Design Calculations structural elements and systems, for incorporation into Construction Documents.
• Supervise the structural engineering work of other team members.
• Perform Construction Administration and Site Visits.
• Communicate structural engineering designs using sketches, drawings, details, and models both internally and externally.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing within the company by assisting with the development of design standards and details, and documenting and sharing lessons learned.
• Develop areas of specialty knowledge to become a resource to others in the firm.
• Additional responsibilities commensurate with your interests or abilities.

Guiding Principles at Datum Engineers

At Datum, our guiding principles define not only how we work but how we grow, collaborate, and serve. These expectations apply to all roles and are reflected in performance reviews, team interactions, and professional development. Every employee is expected to demonstrate these behaviors consistently.

Serve Faithfully

• Demonstrates care for colleagues and clients.
• Responds promptly and reliably to requests and responsibilities.
• Exhibits a service-oriented attitude in daily work.
• Acts in the public's best interest as part of an engineering company.

Engage as Family

• Shows respect and support for team members.
• Assumes positive intent and gives others the benefit of the doubt.
• Builds trust through transparency and accountability.

Succeed as a Team

• Collaborates effectively with others.
• Communicates clearly and constructively.
• Shares knowledge and resources generously.
• Celebrates team successes and takes ownership of outcomes.

Make It Better

• Seeks opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Encourages improvement in teammates and processes.
• Takes initiative to enhance designs and company practices.

Enjoy What We Do

• Contributes to a positive and enjoyable work environment.
• Maintains a healthy work-life balance.
• Finds joy and meaning in daily tasks and team interactions.