Coastal Project Manager
About the role
This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy. HDR is seeking a Coastal Project Manager to join our nationally ranked team of coastal professionals across the United States.
We are looking for a proven leader with strong technical expertise and project management experience to help deliver innovative solutions for coastal resilience, restoration, and navigation infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate single- and multidisciplinary teams throughout the full project lifecycle (initiation through close-out)
- Manage complex small- to medium-sized projects, or serve as a key leader on larger efforts
- Oversee multiple projects concurrently, ensuring successful delivery on schedule, budget, and quality
- Perform and oversee analysis and design for:
- Cosstal restoration projects
- Beach nourishment projects
- Shoreline protection systems (revetments, living shorelines)
- Sea level rise and resilience assessments
- Navigation and dredging projects (marinas, harbors, channels)
Requirements
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, participating in marketing and business development efforts
- Lead or support:
- Proposal development
- Scope definition
- Fee and cost estimates
- Facilitate design workshops and coordination meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Plan and manage staffing and workload across the project lifecycle
- Track and manage project financials, adjusting resources to meet budget and schedule targets
- Partner with accounting, operations, and business leadership on project performance reviews
- Ensure adherence to and implementation of QA/QC procedures
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Coastal, Ocean, or Civil engineering preferred
- PMP certification
- Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field, 7 years related experience, A minimum of 2 years project management experience
- Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
Skills
A positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
Benefits
As an employee-owner at HDR, you'll enjoy benefits such as:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee recognition programs
- Work-life balance initiatives
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time
Business Class
Coastal Engineering
Job Posting
Jul 23, 2026
Company Information
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.
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.
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.