Building Engineering Project Manager

Taleo Social Sourcing•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

HDR is seeking a Building Engineering Project Manager focused on client development and delivery of building engineering projects, particularly data center and mission-critical facilities. The role manages multidisciplinary design teams from project conception through completion and supports projects from upfront planning and pre-design through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning. Project management and delivery are the primary focus, alongside developing and securing work from HDR’s global client base and strengthening the company’s presence in these markets. The position is part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group and its technology, media, and telecom (TMT) practice. The project manager works closely with the Arizona/New Mexico Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager and the global TMT client management team. Some travel to client sites or other HDR offices may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Seven years of related experience.
At least two years of project management experience.
Ability to interact with various design teams.
Excellent organizational, project management, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to actively participating in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Relationships and experience with mission-critical and/or data center facilities clients and an understanding of their needs.
Advanced leadership and mentoring ability.
Advanced client relationship-building skills.
Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
Experience delivering data center and mission-critical projects from planning and pre-design through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

Collaborate on development strategies, new business prospects, technical services, quality, and production methods and standards to achieve business group, regional, and company goals.
Manage and lead project teams to support successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
Travel to project sites as required.
Control project budget, scope, and schedule.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards.
Manage forecasting, invoicing, and contracts.
Promote HDR through regular client interaction.
Support mission-critical staff recruiting in collaboration with the Business Group Manager and global TMT team.
Create proposal content, including scope, schedule, and budget.
Represent HDR at interview presentations.
Work cooperatively with local office leads, other business group leads, technical directors, and marketing managers.
Perform other technical or managerial tasks as assigned.