Senior Project Manager (Water)

About the role

The Water Business Group at HDR is expanding and seeks accomplished Senior Project Managers to lead the execution of complex, high-profile projects and strategic client initiatives. This is a high-impact leadership role with an industry-leading, 100% employee-owned firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of large, multi-disciplinary engineering projects and programs.
• Strategically oversee project execution, balancing scope, schedule, and budget to ensure exceptional outcomes.
• Cultivate and expand key client relationships, actively participating in business development, proposal strategy, and contract negotiations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and a mentor to internal teams, helping to shape our technical and business approach across the water sector.
• Navigate complex regulatory environments, representing HDR in discussions with permitting and oversight agencies.
• Guide the development of project documentation, technical analyses, and engineering reports with a focus on quality and clarity.
• Manage project financials—monitor budgets, forecast performance, and proactively allocate resources.
• Collaborate closely with project controllers, business group leadership, and finance teams to ensure transparency and alignment on financial goals.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to staff, fostering a culture of growth and excellence within the team.
• Support firmwide initiatives and contribute to strategic planning and operational improvements across the business group.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Minimum 10 years related experience
• A minimum of 5 years project management experience
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
• MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning skills

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering preferred
• Experience in water infrastructure projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations

Skills

• Project management
• Technical expertise in water infrastructure
• Client relationship management
• Regulatory compliance
• Financial management

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

$116,000 - $231,000 depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time

Business Class

Water Treatment