Head of Project Management

As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: HDR is seeking a Solid Waste Project Manager with experience managing and performing technical work on solid waste and recycling projects in New England to join our nationally ranked team. While project management will be the core responsibility, business development and client engagement will be critical to success. Travel to regional offices and client sites throughout the Northeast will be required.

This position supports the continued growth of HDR’s solid waste program across New England by adding experienced project management leadership to the team. The role includes managing and supporting a wide array of projects spanning facility design and operations, planning, feasibility, cost estimating, capital program support, and operational monitoring across waste-to-energy facilities, material recycling facilities, landfills, transfer stations, and organics processing sites. The successful candidate will help position HDR for sustained expansion across the region and broader North American market.

Primary Responsibilities Function as a project manager or technical lead on small to large solid waste projects. May be involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently.

Coordinate staffing and workload allocations throughout the project development and execution phases.

Work closely with Business/Accounting Manager, Project Managers and others on project reviews and updates as required.

Comply with and implement company QA/QC procedures.

Provide contract management support.

Additional Responsibilities Supervises project staff and acts as mentor for less experienced solid waste technical staff and Project Managers.

Planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of solid waste engineering projects such as solid waste facilities, transfer stations, landfill and planning studies.

Experience with solid waste master planning and implementation of waste diversion programs

Experience with organics management and organics facility design

Demonstrated understanding of client relationship management and evidence of experience interacting directly with clients

Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D

Preference is given to Local Candidates

Required Qualifications 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.

Employee Network Groups 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. Benefits 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. Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

{Schedule: Full-time

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