At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. 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: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' ' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
Role DescriptionHDR is looking for a project manager whose experience focuses on client development and delivery of datacenter projects.The ideal candidate should have a proven background in successfully delivering various datacenter and mission critical projects ranging from upfront planning and pre-design activities through detail design, construction support and commissioning.This position is an opportunity to join one of the largest, fastest growing, and comprehensive TMT (Tech, Media and Telecom) practices in the industry. In additional to managing and delivery projects (which is the primary focus of this role), the successful candidate must possess the drive, experience and charisma needed to develop and secure work from a robust global client base and expand upon HDR's reputation within these markets.This individual will manage multi-disciplinary design teams from project conception to completion.Keen focus on organizational skills and follow-through are required to be successful in this role.This person will work closely with the Nebraska/Iowa Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager as well as our global TMT client management team. Some travel to client sites or other HDR offices is required.
Tasks/DutiesCollaborate on development strategies, new business prospects, technical services, quality, and production methods and standards, to achieve the established goals and objectives of the business group, region and company.In the role of Data Center Project Manager, we'll count on you to:
- Manage and lead project teams to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction
- 10-20% Travel to project sites, including international if needed.
- Flexible work schedule to accommodate international project support
- Control project budget, scope, and schedule
- Ensure product deliverables meet quality standards
- Forecasting, Invoicing and contract management
- Promote HDR through regular client interface
- Mission Critical staff recruiting working closely with the Business Group Manager
- Create vital proposal content including scope, schedule and budget
- Lead HDR at interview presentations
- Work cooperatively with local office leads, other business group leads, technical directors and marketing managers.
- Other technical / managerial tasks as assigned
Preferred Qualifications- Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA)
- Relationships and Experience with Mission Critical and/or Datacenters Facilities clients and their needs.
- Advanced leadership and mentoring ability
- Advanced client relationship building skills
- Strong public speaking / presentation skills
- Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in the areas of site programming, project planning, design, construction and/or commissioning
- Command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project)
- Good working knowledge of Google communication products (gDrive, Chat, Docs, sheets, and slides
- Demonstrated experience in working with multi-disciplined teams of Architects, Engineers, and Designers.
- Active in area industry associations.
- PMP Certification
QualificationsRequired Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in related field
- 7 years related experience
- A minimum of 2 yearsproject management experience
- Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.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. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.