Head of Engineering and Project Management

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HDR is looking for a Project Manager to join our Power Sector in North Carolina. Our ideal candidate will bring a strong background in project management and power industry consulting, along with experience in hydropower projects. The Project Manager will work with the hydropower, power generation, and cross-sector teams to scope and deliver Owner’s Engineer projects related to turbine-generator, balance of plant maintenance and upgrades, and dam modifications for utility and non-utility power clients in the Southeast. This include will include preparing proposals (including scope, schedule, and budget) and managing multi-disciplinary teams. The Project Manager must be familiar with managing projects and key performance indicators, coordinating and preparing schedules, and problem resolution. They will also be expected to work closely with national and regional hydropower and power generation leadership to develop client relationships and provide strategic thinking in future directions for our clients and programs. They must have the ability to understand and leverage the skill sets of HDR subject matter experts to execute projects that are awarded. Serve as a Project Manager for OE/design projects.
Work with client development leadership to prioritize business development efforts.
Champion a quality culture, especially within production teams.
Support risk management activities for contract reviews and project deliverables by directly interfacing with legal department and business group leadership.
Perform routine and non-routine tasks on multiple projects simultaneously, monitor and actively manage tight project budgets and schedules, champion projects and pursuits, and identify and manage resources for project execution.

Applicants must be detail-oriented, organized, effective communicators, and team players with a strong focus on quality and client service.

PMP certification
Ability to drive to project sites
10% travel expected
Must be detail-oriented, organized, effective communicators, and team players with a strong focus on quality and client service
Local candidates are preferred

Bachelor's degree in related field
A minimum of 2 years project management experience
Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

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. Full-time

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries Oil and Gas, Utilities, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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