HDR is hiring: Civil/Environmental Project Manager (Solid Waste) in Cedar Rapids

Civil/Environmental Project Manager (Solid Waste)

Location: United States - Nebraska - Omaha

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. We deliver solutions that include waste planning, remediation, engineering, and implementation, all focused on solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. In this role you will collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost‑effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities.

HDR is an equal‑opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal history, arrest, and conviction records.

Primary Responsibilities

• Planning, design, permitting, and construction administration of civil/site and environmental projects (landfills, vertical facilities, brownfields, remediation).
• Experience with storm water controls, groundwater monitoring, remediation networks, leachate management systems, landfill gas collection and control systems, and site layout/infrastructure elements (utilities, roads, support buildings, soil borrow areas, etc.).
• Function as a lead project designer, engineer of record, and project manager on small to large projects, demonstrating a history of progressive experience effectively leading similar scale projects.
• Assist team leadership in sustaining and growing client relationships and contributing to overall business development opportunities.
• Identify upcoming project opportunities and participate in project pursuit and proposal development, including scopes of work and budgets.
• Coordinate and interface with junior staff to mentor and develop the team.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 7 years related experience.
• Minimum 2 years project management experience.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
• MS Office and MS Project experience required (Access experience a plus).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Commitment to our employee‑owned culture.

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Waste Services

Job Posting Date

Nov 13, 2025