HDR, Inc.
About Us
HDR specializes in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
Primary Responsibilities
Assume leadership responsibilities for managing multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with a high degree of technical complexity and non-technical intricacies.
Advise clients on the technical, regulatory, financial, and community facets of infrastructure programs, leveraging lessons learned from other programs and industry best management practices to address each client’s specific needs.
Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of program execution, overseeing a broad range of disciplines including capital planning, change management, commissioning/asset onboarding, communications, construction management, cost control/estimating, document management, environmental planning/compliance, engineering, equity, financial support, organizational strengthening, permitting, planning/design management, program governance, procurement, project management, quality management, real estate, regulatory support, risk management, scheduling, strategic planning, sustainability, and resiliency.
Anticipate and identify potential issues and risks that may impact program implementation, assisting the client with problem-solving, issues resolution, risk mitigation, and timely decision-making while providing strategic advice and deploying required resources to address program challenges and unanticipated events.
Develop and implement various plans (program management plans, startup plans, and work plans), business processes, and tools to drive efficiencies, emphasize accountability, bring team alignment, and promote transparency.
Direct the services provided by a program team comprised of HDR and subconsultants staff, promoting alignment through effective and regular communications, securing resources required to deliver services specified in the contract scope with a focus on contract compliance, monitoring team performance, and establishing a robust QA/QC program to meet client expectations.
Monitor the program’s financial performance against pre-established financial metrics, making adjustments to meet earnings and profitability targets and control losses.
Contribute to the growth of HDR’s program management services by building long-term trusted advisory relationships with clients, expanding service opportunities, supporting the pursuit of new program contract opportunities, and mentoring and training staff working on programs.
Perform other duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
Program management experience consistent with one of the following requirements:
• Minimum of three (3) years of program management experience in a deputy role to the Program Manager for the delivery of one or more programs, with a cumulative capital value of $200 million or more;
• Minimum of five (5) years of program management experience as a Project Manager or Project Controls Manager for the delivery of one or more programs, each with a capital value of $200 million or more;
• Minimum of ten (10) years of project management experience as a Project Manager directing a multi-disciplinary team for the delivery of at least two (2) projects, each with a capital value of $50 million or more.
Strong leadership skills with experience building a cohesive team culture and managing team members in various locations.
Excellent communication skills; comfortable presenting to client executives and in front of a large audience in a public setting.
Management experience with the implementation of projects or programs using alternative and collaborative delivery methods, including design-build (DB), progressive design-build (PDB), and/or construction management at-risk (CMAR).
Familiar with the various tools used to manage large programs—PMIS, CMIS, scheduling, cost control, document management, risk management, asset management, dashboard analytics, etc.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.
Preferred Qualifications
California Professional Engineer license is strongly preferred.
15+ years of highway, rail, or grade separation project management experience is preferred.
Experience leading the consultant or owner program management team of a transportation program(s) with a capital value of $500 million.
Knowledgeable of other alternative delivery/contract models, such as public‑private partnership (P3), design‑build‑finance‑operate‑maintain (DBFOM), and engineering procurement construction (EPC).
Willingness to travel regularly, and if needed, commute to a client’s site temporarily.
Why HDR At HDR, we know work isn’t just about who you work for—it’s also about what you do and how you do it. HDR’s employee‑ownership culture, values, and collaborative environment enable you to take charge of your career and grow through multiple opportunities.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, an employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Irvine: $146,000 – $208,000.
Location: Irvine, California.
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HDR specializes in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
Primary Responsibilities
Assume leadership responsibilities for managing multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with a high degree of technical complexity and non-technical intricacies.
Advise clients on the technical, regulatory, financial, and community facets of infrastructure programs, leveraging lessons learned from other programs and industry best management practices to address each client’s specific needs.
Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of program execution, overseeing a broad range of disciplines including capital planning, change management, commissioning/asset onboarding, communications, construction management, cost control/estimating, document management, environmental planning/compliance, engineering, equity, financial support, organizational strengthening, permitting, planning/design management, program governance, procurement, project management, quality management, real estate, regulatory support, risk management, scheduling, strategic planning, sustainability, and resiliency.
Anticipate and identify potential issues and risks that may impact program implementation, assisting the client with problem-solving, issues resolution, risk mitigation, and timely decision-making while providing strategic advice and deploying required resources to address program challenges and unanticipated events.
Develop and implement various plans (program management plans, startup plans, and work plans), business processes, and tools to drive efficiencies, emphasize accountability, bring team alignment, and promote transparency.
Direct the services provided by a program team comprised of HDR and subconsultants staff, promoting alignment through effective and regular communications, securing resources required to deliver services specified in the contract scope with a focus on contract compliance, monitoring team performance, and establishing a robust QA/QC program to meet client expectations.
Monitor the program’s financial performance against pre-established financial metrics, making adjustments to meet earnings and profitability targets and control losses.
Contribute to the growth of HDR’s program management services by building long-term trusted advisory relationships with clients, expanding service opportunities, supporting the pursuit of new program contract opportunities, and mentoring and training staff working on programs.
Perform other duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
Program management experience consistent with one of the following requirements:
• Minimum of three (3) years of program management experience in a deputy role to the Program Manager for the delivery of one or more programs, with a cumulative capital value of $200 million or more;
• Minimum of five (5) years of program management experience as a Project Manager or Project Controls Manager for the delivery of one or more programs, each with a capital value of $200 million or more;
• Minimum of ten (10) years of project management experience as a Project Manager directing a multi-disciplinary team for the delivery of at least two (2) projects, each with a capital value of $50 million or more.
Strong leadership skills with experience building a cohesive team culture and managing team members in various locations.
Excellent communication skills; comfortable presenting to client executives and in front of a large audience in a public setting.
Management experience with the implementation of projects or programs using alternative and collaborative delivery methods, including design-build (DB), progressive design-build (PDB), and/or construction management at-risk (CMAR).
Familiar with the various tools used to manage large programs—PMIS, CMIS, scheduling, cost control, document management, risk management, asset management, dashboard analytics, etc.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.
Preferred Qualifications
California Professional Engineer license is strongly preferred.
15+ years of highway, rail, or grade separation project management experience is preferred.
Experience leading the consultant or owner program management team of a transportation program(s) with a capital value of $500 million.
Knowledgeable of other alternative delivery/contract models, such as public‑private partnership (P3), design‑build‑finance‑operate‑maintain (DBFOM), and engineering procurement construction (EPC).
Willingness to travel regularly, and if needed, commute to a client’s site temporarily.
Why HDR At HDR, we know work isn’t just about who you work for—it’s also about what you do and how you do it. HDR’s employee‑ownership culture, values, and collaborative environment enable you to take charge of your career and grow through multiple opportunities.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, an employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Irvine: $146,000 – $208,000.
Location: Irvine, California.
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