Assistant Project Manager - Land Development

Overview

Lead civil design teams, manage documents, mentor staff, and support client development.

Key Responsibilities

• utility design
• stormwater design
• construction docs
• permit coordination
• standards compliance
• team collaboration

Tasks

-Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion. -Work collaboratively with all team members on various aspects of project execution, ensuring clear communication, alignment, and efficiency throughout all project stages -Lead and contribute to the design of civil utilities and site layouts, including water supply, sanitary sewer systems, storm drainage, hydraulic grade line (HGL) modeling, fire flow designs, grading plans, sediment and erosion control measures, and stormwater management systems -Maintain a focus on delivering high-quality results that meet client expectations and project requirements, balancing timelines and quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle -Coordinate with subconsultants such as geotechnical engineers, architects, and environmental specialists to ensure seamless integration of all project components -Ensure that all project work aligns with McAdams’ standards from the conceptual phase through construction administration, contributing to high-quality outcomes across various types of projects -Assist in coordinating with review agencies for site permitting, facilitating communication, and addressing agency feedback to maintain compliance and timelines -Coach, train, and mentor design and CAD professionals, fostering an environment of continuous learning and skill development. Promote best practices and encourage collaboration -Begin to cultivate a business development-oriented approach by building and nurturing professional relationships with clients, subconsultants, and industry partners. -Oversee the design and production of comprehensive civil engineering construction documents, including site plans, utility plan/profiles, stormwater management facility CDs, design reports, and technical specifications -Assist in leading a multidisciplinary production team, managing resources effectively to meet project goals. Address technical and design challenges, providing timely solutions to ensure project continuity and quality -Schedule projects strategically to align with permitting timelines, optimize internal resource allocation, and ensure timely and viable deliverables for clients

Requirements

• civil 3d
• autocad
• pe preferred
• 5+ years
• bachelor's degree
• leadership

What You Bring

-Ability to manage resources, schedule projects, and oversee multiple tasks simultaneously. -Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally. -Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships with a focus on service quality and business development -EI required; PE or on track to obtaining PE strongly preferred -Right to Work (English/Spanish) -Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and relevant engineering design software. Strong understanding of site design, utility layouts, and stormwater management -Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time. -Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in civil site design or related field required -Four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field required -Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to mentor and guide team members effectively -E-Verify (English/Spanish)

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Benefits

-Work will primarily be in an office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse

About Mcadams

-Led by seasoned professionals, McAdams sits at the intersection of planning, design, and engineering—blending land use, infrastructure, and landscape into cohesive projects. -Typical projects span municipal parks, educational campuses, commercial centers, transportation corridors, and stormwater systems. -Their design palette ranges from urban streetscapes and multimodal transit planning to green stormwater infrastructure and wetland restoration. -Standout work includes major regional efforts like the Duke University stadium renovation, River Walk at Central Park in Texas, and ecological infrastructure in North Carolina towns. -Uncommonly, they handle everything end‑to‑end—from funding and permit services to visualization and construction administration—to ensure seamless client delivery.

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