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Job Type
Full-time
Location
Mobile Office - Mobile, AL 36608 US (Primary)
Category
Civil Engineering
Job Description
CIVIL ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER
Reports to: Senior Project Manager / Business Unit Leader
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Travel: 10%
Purpose
DDG is actively looking to add project management personnel to our growing civil engineering team. The Civil Engineering Project Manager is responsible for overall supervision of commercial, industrial, municipal, and various other civil design & permitting projects. The Project Manager's focus will be providing utmost satisfaction to the client aligning with DDG's core values. The Project Manager should strive to ensure projects are completed within the allocated schedule and budget provided. The Civil Engineering Project Manager is expected to operate projects with a certain degree of autonomy using staff and resources available within DDG's offices to provide the client with the highest quality of services. The Project Manager should be familiar with project development from preliminary design to development of construction plans to jurisdictional permitting to completion of construction activities. Experience with Client coordination and communication will be fundamental characteristics for the prospective Project Manager.
Activities + Responsibilities
• Efficiently producing site civil engineering and/or land development design plans
• Produce plans including drainage, grading, water, wastewater, signage and marking plans for industrial, commercial site development projects/
• 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.
• Promote DDG's core values, both internally and externally, and comply with the DDG Company Manual.
• 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.
• Path Underway to Professional Licensure 4+ years of civil 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.
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.
Benefits
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, Gautier, Fairhope, Mobile, and Houston.
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