Assistant Project Manager

3 months ago


Dallas, United States LJA ENGINEERING Full time

TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

WHY MAKE THE NEXT LEAP IN YOUR CAREER HERE?

LJA is offering a Assistant Project Management position that will allow you to take the next step in reaching your full career potential. This role will allow you to learn from experienced Project Managers (PM) and build your own skill sets, management approaches, and knowledge base. By collaborating with a diverse range of project managers, you will gain exposure to multiple problem-solving methodologies, management styles, and a clear path to future success.

At LJA, you’ll experience a culture of camaraderie, teamwork, and inclusivity, where you'll be part of something bigger. The culture is sustained by a team that promotes mutual support and encouragement. The existing LJA transportation staff is diverse, effective, and dedicated which will allow you to focus on growing in an assistance role, learning all the future skills you’ll need to become a Project Manager.

OPPORTUNITY ABOUNDS

Our extensive client base provides a wide spectrum of projects, each offering a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Whether you thrive in solving intricate mathematical problems, excel in generating innovative solutions, or possess strong interpersonal skills, there's a place for you to shine. The clients we represent are across the full spectrum of the Transportation industry, State, RMA’s, County, Municipal, Rail, and private entities, etc.

Imagine starting each day with a genuine eagerness to collaborate and contribute within a stimulating professional environment

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

Our exciting and entrepreneurial culture will require you to think creatively, solve problems and meet the needs of our clients daily. A typical day might include the following:

Performing design calculations, preparing plans, and directing schematic designs for TxDOT and local government projects. Assisting in the management of project schedules and financial requirements. Using advanced techniques, theory, precepts, and practices. Performing as Asst. Task Leader on Major TxDOT Projects Interacting with staff, clients and other consultants. Managing/mentoring direct reports Team lunches/breakfasts and social activities

“MUST HAVE” QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering Licensed as a Professional Engineer 7+ years of experience with MicroStation, Geopak (or Open Roads) and TxDOT procedures Some experience handling multiple deadlines Effective communication skills to engage with project teams Ability to adapt quickly to changing work assignments and project needs, often on short notice. An open mind to alternative methods from what you have previously been taught A team attitude.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE

Experience with MicroStation ORD Previous work experiences in a management capacity LGPP Certification

OWN YOUR FUTURE AT LJA

As a 100% employee-owned company, LJA Engineering, Inc. promotes an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 55 office locations, and nearly 2,000 employee-owners, LJA is growing and looking for talented people to join our team and grow their futures with us.

LJA is consistently ranked as a #1 Top Workplace and recognized as one of the Top Firms in the industry. We offer exceptional benefits that promote the health and financial security of our employee-owners and their families. A few of our benefits include:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Optional Flexible Work Schedule Paid time off and holidays (including an office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day) Health, dental and vision plans with options Paid maternity and parental leave Education and tuition reimbursement programs Referral bonus program Company sponsored volunteer and philanthropy opportunities Memberships to professional organizations Career path discussions with your manager and/or group leadership

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