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Head of Project Management

HDR

As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: 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 Senior Conveyance Project Manager, we'll count on you to:
The Conveyance Project Manager will be tasked with planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of conveyance and pipeline projects, asset management, or pump station projects.

Responsible for leading engineering/process design, project coordination, determining and writing engineering specifications, planning work, establishing appropriate design methods, report preparation and coordination, equipment sizing and selection and working directly with the owners and clients.

Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines and be responsible for coordinating staffing/workload through the entire project’s development to complete documents on schedule and within budget.

Involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently.

Work with Business/Accounting Managers, Project Coordinators and the Area Manager and Managing Principal for project reviews.

Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures, and for the execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans and objectives.

Mentor local project staff that are less experienced Project Managers to help develop their professional growth. Master’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline

Minimum of 20 years’ experience in planning, designing, project engineering, project management, and construction of pump station and pipeline projects

Strong business development and strategic planning skills.

Experience in large scale pump station and pipeline projects, condition assessment, design and rehabilitation

Hydraulic modeling software experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

7 years related experience inclusive of a minimum 2 years experience in project management

MS Office and MS Project experience is required

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. Water Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Pump Stations and Pipelines Job Posting:Aug 11, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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