Project Manager, Engineering I - Civil / Structural Design

Direct Hire | Salary Range: $120,000 - $167,000

Work Location: New Orleans, LA - Hybrid

About the Company

Our client is a global industrial organization with a strong engineering and project execution culture. The company delivers large-scale, complex projects that support critical infrastructure and operations worldwide. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement, the organization invests heavily in its people, engineering standards, and technology to deliver high-quality, sustainable results across its portfolio.

Location & Work Environment

This role is based in a collaboration Office located in New Orleans, Louisiana. Employees follow a hybrid work model (2 to 3 days on site weekly), collaborating virtually with global teams while attending periodic in-person meetings and trainings. The modern office is housed in a historic building and offers collaborative workspaces, meeting rooms, dining areas, phone booths, and advanced technology to support both in-person and remote work.

The Role

The Project Manager, Engineering I - Civil/Structural Design leads a team of CAD Designers and Drafters and plays a key role in shaping engineering projects from concept through execution. This individual champions design excellence, establishes CAD best practices, and ensures quality, consistency, and efficiency across a diverse project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, mentor, and develop a team of CAD Designers and Drafters, fostering continuous learning and performance improvement
• Establish and maintain CAD standards of practice, ensuring consistent application across projects
• Define design objectives and technical specifications aligned with project goals, schedules, and budgets
• Coordinate design reviews and updates with engineering and department leadership
• Participate in front-end project planning and contribute to Project Execution Plans
• Drive project CAD setup activities and resource planning
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and quality assurance requirements
• Coordinate design resource allocation with engineering department leads
• Evaluate skill sets of new personnel prior to project mobilization
• Collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines to align workflows and procedures
• Manage design-related schedules, staffing, and budget considerations
• Educate engineering teams on software functionality and design best practices
• Partner with software vendors to resolve technical or system issues

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related discipline and relevant engineering experience that includes supervisory/leadership and project management responsibilities
• OR
• High School Diploma with 12 years of relevant engineering experience, including supervisory/lead and project management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience managing teams of design professionals
• Strong background in drafting and design
• Demonstrated experience leading transitions to new design or CAD software
• Expertise in developing, documenting, and implementing CAD standards
• Proficiency with industry-standard CAD tools
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to manage complex design projects and deliver results on schedule
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards (ISO, ANSI, ASME, etc.) and regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with efficient plant or facility layout concepts

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.