Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project ManagerAt 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? 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.In the role of Project Manager Assistant, we'll count on you to:Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's life cycle (from development and initiation to close-out), while under supervision of a Project ManagerResponsible for many aspects of a small project or a single aspect of a larger projectCoordinate workload through project execution and complete deliverables on budget and scheduleWork with the Project Manager, Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviewsWork with the Project Manager to ensure internal Quality Standards and Procedures have been metConduct communications with clients, stakeholders, and others as neededBuild and manage a pipeline of new business opportunities in collaboration with market sector leadership including client prospecting, meeting coordination, events and conferences, client follow-up, and ongoing relationship support to drive repeat work and expand existing accountsSupport and lead pursuit efforts with project manager and sector leadership by identifying, tracking, and responding to RFQs/RFPs, ensuring timely, high-quality submissionsDevelop fees, scopes, and work plans in collaboration with Principal and Project Management staff, including defining project approach, level of effort, staffing, and scheduleContribute to pursuit strategy and proposal development, partnering with technical teams, marketing, and leadership to craft compelling win themes, qualifications, and tailored project approaches aligned with client needsPerform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications:Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer CertificationPMP certificationLocal candidates preferredExperience with Architecture, Engineering or Construction preferredRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in related field5 years related experienceMust have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skillsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustOur 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. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Pennington: $105,000 - $120,000