Senior Building Engineering Project Manager

HDR•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

HDR is seeking a senior project manager focused on client development and delivery of building engineering projects, especially data center and mission-critical facilities. The role covers projects from upfront planning and pre-design through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning. The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary design teams from project conception through completion, deliver projects, and develop and secure work from HDR’s global client base. The position works closely with the Arizona/New Mexico Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager and the global TMT client management team. Travel to client sites or other HDR offices may be required. The role is part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, which brings together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering expertise to design infrastructure and facilities. The work includes data centers and commercial environments and may address energy efficiency, resilient systems, sustainability, and the human experience of built environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
10 years of related experience.
At least 5 years of project management experience.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, and project management software.
Ability to interact with various design teams.
Excellent organizational, project management, and written 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 their needs.
Advanced leadership and mentoring ability.
Advanced client relationship-building skills.
Strong public speaking and presentation skills.

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 ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
Travel to project sites as required.
Control project budgets, scope, and schedules.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards.
Manage forecasting, invoicing, and contracts.
Promote HDR through regular client interaction.
Support mission-critical staff recruiting in coordination with the Business Group Manager and global TMT team.
Create proposal content, including scope, schedule, and budget.
Represent HDR in 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.