HDR

Civil Engineering Program/Project Manager

HDR Denver, Colorado, United States

Design Services · 10,001+ employees

6 h ago
Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The Project Manager will lead large-scale heavy civil engineering projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, and resources from design through construction. They will also mentor other project managers and participate in marketing efforts for both internal and external clients.

What they look for

Project management Civil engineering Water infrastructure design Budgeting Scheduling Resource management Communication Leadership Problem-solving Structural engineering Design calculations AutoCAD Steel design Concrete design Masonry design Wood design

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including a professional engineering license. Proficiency in analytical software like AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, and SAFE is required.

Benefits

Employee-owned culture Inclusive environment Employee network groups

Full description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Multi-Discipline Civil Engineering Project Manager with a background in design of water projects including water pipelines, pumping plants, dams, levees, appurtenant infrastructure, structures, and SCADA projects with the technical skills and desire to support our Water Business Group across all Market Sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing large-scale civil engineering projects from concept, through design, and construction. The candidate will be expected to have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, ability to manage large teams with a wide range of experience and expertise.

Based in Denver, Colorado, this person will work under the direction of their supervisor to provide project management services for multiple discipline civil engineering projects. As a project manager this person will be responsible for managing scope, schedule, resource management, and budget on complex engineering projects working with both private and Federal clients.

In the role of Multi-Discipline Civil Engineer Project, you will be responsible for the following Key Responsibilities:

  • Function as a Project Manager on large-scale heavy civil engineering projects.
  • Lead in the development of scope and schedule during design and construction of large-scale heavy civil engineering projects.
  • Management of resources throughout delivery of heavy-civil construction projects.
  • Support project delivery, support programs, and execution of construction projects.
  • Lead or support planning of scope, schedule and fee of heavy-civil construction projects.
  • Mentor and coach other project managers across the organization in the development and delivery of projects.
  • Participate in marketing efforts of both external and internal clients.
  • Perform other duties, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of 15 years of experience
  • Project management skills include budgeting, scheduling, and recourse management.
  • Master’s degree in engineering
  • Experience with project management of dam construction and water construction projects.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

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Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
  • Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software
  • Experience in design calculations and layouts
  • Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry and wood
  • Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis
  • Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.