Project Manager - Water Resources

About the role

HDR is looking for a Project Manager to join our Water Resources team in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Provide project and task management
• Conduct difficult to complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling
• Conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design
• Collect, assimilate and present data in reports, memos and public forums
• Lead production of design calculations and technical reports
• Lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structures
• Work independently in addition to planning, organizing and supervising the work of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task
• Serve as project manager on larger projects as needed
• Prepare proposal, scopes of work and contract fee estimates
• Take an active role in client management and business development
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study
• 10 years Water Resources experience
• Experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, Storm CAD
• Experience in water resources planning, stormwater, hydrology/hydraulics and drainage/flood control design
• Familiarity with DOT drainage design criteria
• Experience in FEMA studies a plus
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 years project management experience
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership skills

What We Believe

We believe that 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.

Primary Location

United States-North Carolina-Raleigh

Other Locations

• United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem
• United States-North Carolina-Charlotte
• United States-North Carolina-Wilmington
• United States-North Carolina-Asheville

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Status

Regular

Business Class

Stormwater / Wet Weather

Job Posting

Aug 27, 2025

What We Believe

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer).

Our Commitment

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.