Jobs · Engineering · Illinois

Mission Critical Due Diligence and Planning Project Manager

HDR · Chicago, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$122k–$174k/yrFull-time

About the role

The ideal candidate will manage and deliver projects focusing on client development and front-end due diligence and planning for data center projects. This role involves managing and leading multi-disciplinary project teams, interacting with various design teams, and promoting HDR through regular client interface.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage all aspects of due diligence and front-end planning projects for Data Centers, with potential to work in Semiconductor, Industrial, and Infrastructure projects.
  • Manage and lead multi-disciplinary project teams consisting of engineers, scientists, and specialists to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Control project budget, scope, and schedule.
  • Ensure product deliverables meet quality standards.
  • Forecasting, invoicing, and contract management.
  • Promote HDR through regular client interface.
  • Mission Critical staff recruiting working closely with the Business Group Manager.
  • Create vital proposal content including scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Lead HDR at interview presentations.
  • Work cooperatively with local office leads, other business group leads, technical directors, and marketing managers.
  • Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for compliance.
  • Conduct work sessions for design development and contract document in conjunction with multidisciplinary staff.
  • Coordinate workload through entire project development, ensuring completion of documents on schedule.
  • Track financial aspects of projects, coordinating and adjusting work effort with team to ensure work is completed within agreed-upon schedule.
  • Facilitate/participate in project reviews in collaboration with Accounting and technical team management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture.
  • Professional Engineer or Licensed Project Management Professional.
  • 7 years related experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years project management experience.
  • Ability to interact with various design teams, excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related field.

Benefits

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture, Professional Engineer or Licensed Project Management Professional, 7 years related experience, 2 years project management experience, ability to interact with various design teams, excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills, an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Pay

Expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Denver, Chicago, or Minneapolis: $122,455 - $174,350.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Program Management

Job Posting

Apr 29, 2026

Company Information

HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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