Job description
About Us
At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
Primary Responsibilities
Assume leadership responsibilities for the management of large, multidisciplinary water infrastructure programs with a high degree of technical complexity and non-technical complexity intricacies.
Advise clients on the technical, regulatory, financial and community facets of water infrastructure programs, which are all critical to program success. Leverage lessons learned from other programs and industry best management practices to address the specific needs of each client.
Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of program execution. This may involve overseeing a broad range of disciplines including, but not limited to: capital planning, change management, commissioning/asset onboarding, communications, construction management, cost control/estimating, document management, environmental planning/compliance, engineering, equity, financial support, organizational strengthening, permitting, planning/design management, program governance, procurement, project management, quality management, real estate, regulatory support, risk management, scheduling, strategic planning, sustainability and resiliency.
Anticipate and identify potential issues and risks that may impact program implementation, and assist the client with problem solving, issues resolution, risk mitigation, and timely decision making. Provide strategic advice and thought leadership and deploy the required resources to help client address various program challenges and unanticipated events.
Develop and apply various plans (program management plans, startup plans and work plans), business processes, and tools to drive efficiencies, emphasize accountability, bring team alignment, and promote transparency.
Oversee the services provided by a large program consultant team comprised of HDR and subconsultants staff. Promote alignment within the team through effective and regular communications. Secure the resources required to deliver all services specified in the contract scope and ensure compliance with all contract terms. Monitor team performance and establish a robust QA/QC program to ensure all services provided meet client expectations.
Monitor the financial performance of the program against pre-established financial metrics and adjust as necessary to meet earnings and profitability targets, and control losses.
Contribute to the growth of HDR’s program management services by (1) building a long-term trusted advisory relationship with clients; (2) looking for opportunities to expand our services to address the needs of existing clients; (3) supporting the pursuit of new program contract opportunities; and (4) mentoring and training staff working on programs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related field.
- Program management experience consistent with one of the following requirements:
- A minimum of three (3) years of program management experience as a Deputy Water Program Manager for the delivery of one or more programs, each with a capital value of $200 million or more.
- A minimum of seven (7) years of program management experience as a Water Project Manager or Controls Manager for the delivery of one or more programs, each with a capital value of $200 million or more.
- A minimum of twelve (12) years of project management experience as a Water Project Manager directing a multi-disciplinary team for the delivery of at least two (2) water projects, each with a capital value of $50 million or more.
- Strong leadership skills with experience building a cohesive team culture and managing team members located in various locations.
- Excellent communication skills. Comfortable presenting to client executives and in a public setting.
- Familiar with the various types of tools used to manage large water infrastructure programs – PMIS, CMIS, scheduling, cost control, document management, risk management, asset management, dashboard analytics, etc.
- Willingness to travel regularly, relocate, or commute to a client’s site temporarily.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related field.
- Professional Engineering License.
- Experience leading the consultant or owner program management team of at least one water infrastructure program(s) with a capital value of $500 million.
- Management experience with the implementation of water projects or programs using alternative delivery methods, including design-build (DB), alternative design-build (ADB), and/or construction management at-risk (CMAR). Knowledgeable of other alternative delivery/contract models, such as public-private partnership (P3), design-build-finance-operate-maintain (DBFOM), and engineering procurement construction (EPC).
- Experience working in an integrated fashion within a Program Management Office (PMO) comprised of both consultant and client staff.
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
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 off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.
The expected compensation range for this position in California is $150,227.00 - $253,630.00 annually.
The expected compensation range for this position in Colorado is $135,570.00 - $214,610.00 annually.
The expected compensation range for this position in Washington is $136,570.00 - $243,875.00 annually.
The expected compensation range for this position in New York is $120.742.00 - $224,365.00 annually.
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