Deputy Project Manager

HDR

About The Position

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. Environmental, Operations and Construction (EOC) operates within HDR’s Federal Business Group, capable of delivering services across all HDR business groups at any location. Our work is performed by our professional staff, scientists and engineers at remote sites, embedded in client office space or our own facilities. EOC delivers quality engineering, environmental, and construction management services at competitive prices. In the role of Deputy Project Manager, we'll count on you to: Compose, type, format, proofread, edit and organize documents, reports, specifications and correspondence Generate pre-construction / inspection documents (e.g., QC Plan, Work Plan, Health & Safety Plan, etc.) Create and maintain paper and electronic files Apply company quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document management Prepare, organize, and assist with contracts and sub-contracts Coordinate meetings and assist with presentations Exhibit professionalism with clients Work closely with multiple Project Managers and project teams Maintain standardized invoice procedures across contracts Develop and maintain dashboards for KPIs (e.g., utilization, bookings, margin performance, CPAR/PPQ ratings) Provide monthly rollups for senior leadership and client-facing performance reviews Support CPAR/PPQ package preparation with data accuracy and formatting Manage staff requisition tracking: approvals, timelines, and onboarding logistics Coordinate with HR and recruiters to ensure alignment with staffing plans Monitor subcontractor requisitions, task orders, and labor category compliance Maintain contract deliverable trackers (CDRLs), deadlines, and quality assurance files Support internal audits by ensuring all project files, approvals, and correspondence are organized and compliant with client requirements Identify inefficiencies and propose streamlined systems to reduce PM overhead Other responsibilities will also include: Cradle-to-grave execution of Federal Construction Projects and may supervise one or more project coordinators Reviews engineering plans and specifications for compliance with federal and state regulations and ensures that design formats comply with applicable guidance Prepares required documentation to ensure project designs are suitable for solicitation through the base contracting office Participates in the construction planning process by investigating proposed projects to obtain field data, check existing facilities and utilities, and to conceptualize the scope of the completed project Furnishes sketches and layouts supplemented by verbal or written information for preparation of drawings Prepares modification/alteration design specifications considering existing structures, utilities, facilities and other considerations of projects that are not readily apparent Applies a practical knowledge of engineering methods, techniques, architecture, and historical project data to ensure project requirements are complete Field activities to include Site Manager, Construction Inspector or SSHO may be required Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field
5 years related experience
Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's of Science in Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
PMP certification
Air Force Experience
API 653
API 570
AMPP Coatings Inspection
AMPP Cathodic Protection

Responsibilities

Compose, type, format, proofread, edit and organize documents, reports, specifications and correspondence
Generate pre-construction / inspection documents (e.g., QC Plan, Work Plan, Health & Safety Plan, etc.)
Create and maintain paper and electronic files
Apply company quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document management
Prepare, organize, and assist with contracts and sub-contracts
Coordinate meetings and assist with presentations
Exhibit professionalism with clients
Work closely with multiple Project Managers and project teams
Maintain standardized invoice procedures across contracts
Develop and maintain dashboards for KPIs (e.g., utilization, bookings, margin performance, CPAR/PPQ ratings)
Provide monthly rollups for senior leadership and client-facing performance reviews
Support CPAR/PPQ package preparation with data accuracy and formatting
Manage staff requisition tracking: approvals, timelines, and onboarding logistics
Coordinate with HR and recruiters to ensure alignment with staffing plans
Monitor subcontractor requisitions, task orders, and labor category compliance
Maintain contract deliverable trackers (CDRLs), deadlines, and quality assurance files
Support internal audits by ensuring all project files, approvals, and correspondence are organized and compliant with client requirements
Identify inefficiencies and propose streamlined systems to reduce PM overhead
Cradle-to-grave execution of Federal Construction Projects and may supervise one or more project coordinators
Reviews engineering plans and specifications for compliance with federal and state regulations and ensures that design formats comply with applicable guidance
Prepares required documentation to ensure project designs are suitable for solicitation through the base contracting office
Participates in the construction planning process by investigating proposed projects to obtain field data, check existing facilities and utilities, and to conceptualize the scope of the completed project
Furnishes sketches and layouts supplemented by verbal or written information for preparation of drawings
Prepares modification/alteration design specifications considering existing structures, utilities, facilities and other considerations of projects that are not readily apparent
Applies a practical knowledge of engineering methods, techniques, architecture, and historical project data to ensure project requirements are complete
Field activities to include Site Manager, Construction Inspector or SSHO may be required
Perform other duties as needed