Civil Assistant Project Manager at North Wind Group in Birmingham, Alabama

Job Description:

Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Title: Civil Engineer/ Assistant Project Manager
Schedule (FT/PT): FT
Travel Required: upto 10%
Potential for Telework: N
Clearance: N

"Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsiveness" has become a staple across our company and is present in the work we do on a daily basis. Service is at the heart of our culture; consistently exceeding expectations allows us to build lasting relationships with our clients and our employees. Driven by our core values of Integrity, Responsiveness, Exceptional Service, and a "Can Do" Attitude, we approach our roles within all projects with professionalism and a team mentality. Dedicated to these values, we take pride and ownership in every project and have created a culture that is well defined and unique.

LBYD was founded in 1973 with the incorporation of E. Glenn Bishop & Associates. In 1978, with the merger of the structural engineering firm Lane & Hodnett Structural Engineers, the firm became Lane/Bishop/Hodnett, Inc. In 1987, the firm became LaneBishopYorkDelahayInc., which is known today as LBYD Engineers. In 2001, LBYD began offering civil engineering services. With the addition of the civil department and the continued commitment of our structural department, LBYD has experienced growth at a phenomenal rate. We continue to pursue growth opportunities evidenced by opening more branch offices throughout the Southeast region.

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) facilitates the opportunity for engineers to gain exposure to and training in executing project management responsibilities. The APM has learned how to successfully produce and assemble a complete project and has gained experience with multiple types of projects. Has shown an ability to effectively delegate tasks and duties to design and project engineers, monitor their progress, and assume responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of their work. Takes initiative in coordinating the project with others both inside and outside of the project team.

The Assistant Project Manager's assignments will vary from specific project responsibilities to managing projects with growing complexity. As the APM grows inexperience, he/she may be called upon to assume full Project Management responsibilities for a project within their experience capabilities. Assignments will be made based on consideration of project type, size, appropriateness, and overall project management workload.

Responsibilities:

• Performs work involving the application of all conventional aspects of civil engineering to the functional area of the assignment.


• Exercises judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.


• Conceptualizes the initial engineering design approach for major phases of projects or has production management responsibility (not responsible charge) for the civil engineering work on a project of limited scope.


• Resolves a variety of complex problems, (i.e. conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements).


• Able to prepare a complete set of plans and growing inability to manage and supervise the design and ongoing progress of a project, including the coordination of the project with City, County, and State officials, and other outside agencies.


• Learning to manage the design and administration process including scheduling work, coordinating design assignments, preparation of proposals, preparation and production of plans and specifications, review of proposal and construction information requests, project budgeting and invoicing and project-related client management.


• Learning to supervise the work of less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnel assigned to the project


• Learning to serve as a liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams.


• Participates in contract proposals and administration; periodically observes and reports on project construction


• Performs other duties assigned by a Principal or Project Manager.

• May be required present at public hearings


• May be required to travel periodically to project meetings and construction sites. Typically, day trips or overnight trips, however occasionally longer trips are necessary.

Education/Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.


• Minimum 4 years of experience in site development


• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam

• Sound knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals


• Successful as a Project Engineer


• Adheres to LBYD corporate values.


• Has shown ability and aptitude to manage both projects and people


• Good verbal communications and technical writing skills

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.