Senior Water/Wastewater Project Manager

HDR
City of Albany, NY
Category Engineering
Job Description
HDR is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the execution of complex, high-profile projects and strategic client initiatives in the water sector. As a trusted advisor to clients and a mentor to internal teams, you'll shape our technical and business approach across the water sector.

Requirements

  • Lead planning, design, and delivery of large, multi-disciplinary engineering projects and programs.
  • Serve as the trusted client-facing project manager for a variety of technical delivery projects.
  • Strategically oversee project execution, balancing scope, schedule, and budget to ensure exceptional outcomes.
  • Lead and/or support client management and business development activities including pursuit planning, proposals, interviews, and client strategy.
  • Direct and facilitate internal and external project meetings, ensuring alignment among project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Navigate complex regulatory environments, representing HDR in discussions with permitting and oversight agencies.
  • Guide the development of project documentation, technical analyses, and engineering reports with a focus on quality and clarity.
  • Manage project financials—monitor budgets, forecast performance, and proactively allocate resources.
  • Collaborate closely with project controllers, business group leadership, and finance teams to ensure transparency and alignment on financial goals.
  • Provide mentorship and technical leadership to staff, fostering a culture of growth and excellence within the team.
  • Support firmwide initiatives and contribute to strategic planning and operational improvements across the business group.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success
  • Paid time away
  • Parental leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Tuition reimbursement
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