Project Delivery Lead

DescriptionAt 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:' ' 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. We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.Minnesota and Wisconsin Building Engineering Service Project Delivery LeaderHDR has an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced professional to serve in a leadership position as the Minnesota and Wisconsin Building Engineering Services (BES) Project Delivery Leader (PDL). As PDL, you will report to the Minnesota and Wisconsin Area BES Business Group Manager (BGM) and work alongside the BGM to provide and promote consistent project management processes, quality and oversight of project delivery across the Business Group (BG).As PDL, you will collaborate closely with BG leadership to promote and advance project management skills development, career path development, and mentorship of BG staff. Your direct reports may include local program managers, project managers, commercial managers, and collaborative delivery leads. In addition to your primary responsibilities as summarized below, the PDL will be responsible for understanding and having direct knowledge of the HDR project management tools and collaborating, training, and mentoring staff on their implementation and use. You will also support recruiting and retention efforts for the program.In the role of BES Project Delivery Leader, we will count on you to:Promote, monitor, and develop project management skills and quality best practices for BES staff across the AreaProvide project management team organization and leadership for projects across the BGMonitor project QC Review activities including assignment of experienced and qualified reviewersLead and monitor activities for continuous improvement of Project Management including development and use of technical standards, procedures, best practices and lessons learnedLead quality assurance efforts to implement QA/QC Program activities, striving for continuous improvementCollaborate effectively with BG operations, market leadership / sectors, business classes, and Professional Services LeadersPerform delegated matrix of authority (MOA) responsibilities from BGMWork with Business Group Manager to streamline and coordinate business processes consistent with the overall Area, corporate policy, and MOAAssist with daily operations, such as project oversight, management reviews, financials and driving profitability at the project levelDevelop and implement standard project delivery practices, procedures, and approachesParticipate in 0% reviews, project reviews, and support project teams with management of claims and lossesTrack financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with project teams to verify that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule.Perform other duties as neededPreferred QualificationsA minimum of 10 years of experience developing, managing, and leading multi-discipline project delivery teamsProven history of delivering high quality, profitable and successful facility projectsExtensive knowledge and experience with systems and PM tools for effective project management and delivery. Extensive industry experience in delivering facility projects across market sectorsDemonstrated experience with managing and leading diverse teams. Committed to quality, improvement and HDR valuesQualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and related professional experience10 years related experience A minimum of 5 years of project management experience Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management softwareMust 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 mustWhat We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs 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.Job Field: Building EngineeringSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular