Electrical Distribution Project Manager *

Electrical Distribution Project Manager At HDR, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. As part of our Power Delivery practice, we are seeking a qualified Electrical Distribution Project Manager to lead overhead and/or underground distribution line projects across multiple regions. Primary Responsibilities As part of a well‑established Power Delivery practice, you will manage distribution projects throughout the entire life cycle, providing technical leadership on small/medium projects and overseeing larger, more complex projects. You will also leverage existing staff across the company to deliver projects and support business development. Managing and leading distribution projects throughout the entire project life cycle, including scope and proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, project closeout, quality control, schedule, and budget management. Working independently and/or directing, mentoring, training, and supervising Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD Technicians and administrative staff. Leading the QA/QC process on projects per HDR’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering world‑class quality. At times, overseeing non‑engineering components of projects, including public involvement, environmental permitting, right‑of‑way acquisition, construction management, and other services. Providing project team member oversight over workload, quality, utilization, team morale, training, and performing annual performance reviews of team members. Leveraging existing staff across the company to execute work and deliver world‑class services to clients in the region. Performing client management, project management, staff supervision, and/or technical support activities. May coordinate with HDR’s Talent Acquisition team and leadership to develop a hiring plan to build and grow a group of distribution professionals. At times, supporting and engaging in broader business development activities with existing and target clients in the region. Preferred Qualifications BS degree in Engineering or equivalent experience. Minimum 4 years of distribution design experience. Minimum 6 years of overall experience including prior project management and staff management experience. Excellent client management skills, marketing, and business development skills with contacts/relationships with power delivery clients. Previous experience managing staff, clients, contracts, and hiring staff for an engineering consulting firm. Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, technical managers, and project staff. Committed to quality, improvement, and HDR values. FE, PE license preferred, PMP in lieu of PE. Act as client manager and/or project manager for select clients. Development of technical papers and/or presentations that showcase technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events. Experience providing estimated costs and developing a BOM. Experience with electrical and planning analysis software, such as CYMCAP, ETAP, or Polywater Pull Planner. Experience with design tools for pole loading analysis, such as O‑calc, SpidaCalc, or Pole Foreman. Experience using CAD software packages for electrical distribution, such as PLS‑CADD, MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS. Experience with new business designs for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Experience with reliability, grid modernization, and conversion projects. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field. 7 years related experience. 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. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must. What We Believe HDR 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 Commitment As 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, LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, and Young Professionals—help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Employee Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, 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, an employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation range varies by skills, experience, education, and geographic location. Primary Location United States, Arizona, Phoenix Other Locations United States, Texas, Round Rock United States, North Carolina, Charlotte United States, Pennsylvania, Bethlehem United States, Oregon, Salem United States, Maryland, Baltimore United States, Montana, Missoula United States, Texas, Houston United States, California, Irvine United States, Wisconsin, Madison United States, New York, Buffalo United States, Washington, Tacoma United States, Nevada, Reno United States, Colorado, Fort Collins United States, California, Folsom United States, Oregon, Portland United States, Montana, Bozeman United States, Colorado, Durango United States, Washington, Seattle United States, Nevada, Las Vegas United States, Montana, Billings United States, Texas, Dallas United States, Montana, Helena United States, Washington, Spokane United States, Virginia, Arlington United States, Washington, Pasco United States, Texas, Austin United States, California, Claremont United States, Massachusetts, Boston United States, Colorado, Denver United States, Oregon, Bend United States, Missouri, St. Louis United States, Arizona, Tucson United States, Arkansas, Little Rock United States, Pennsylvania, Mechanicsburg United States, Washington, Olympia United States, Washington, Vancouver United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee United States, Hawaii, Honolulu United States, Maryland, Fulton United States, Kentucky, Louisville United States, Georgia, Atlanta United States, South Carolina, Greenville United States, Illinois, Rosemont United States, California, Walnut Creek United States, Tennessee, Memphis United States, Montana, Kalispell United States, Virginia, Richmond United States, Washington, Gig Harbor United States, Rhode Island, Providence United States, Ohio, Cleveland United States, Florida, Tampa United States, Florida, West Palm Beach United States, Ohio, Columbus United States, Tennessee, Chattanooga United States, Kentucky, Lexington United States, Kansas, Olathe United States, Georgia, Pooler United States, Washington, Bellevue United States, Missouri, Kansas City United States, North Carolina, Wilmington United States, Tennessee, Nashville United States, California, San Jose United States, New Jersey, Newark United States, Florida, Pensacola United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque United States, New York, White Plains United States, South Carolina, Rock Hill United States, Minnesota, St. Paul United States, California, San Francisco United States, South Carolina, Charleston United States, Virginia, Roanoke United States, South Carolina, Columbia United States, Virginia, Vienna United States, Florida, Orlando United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh United States, New York, Syracuse United States, California, San Diego United States, Virginia, Norfolk United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia United States, Virginia, Glen Allen United States, California, Riverside United States, Nebraska, Lincoln United States, Montana, Butte United States, Florida, Miami United States, Nebraska, Omaha United States, New Jersey, Pennington United States, California, Sacramento United States, Connecticut, Rocky Hill United States, New York, New York United States, Michigan, Ann Arbor United States, North Carolina, Winston Salem United States, Virginia, Alexandria United States, Michigan, Detroit United States, North Dakota, Bismarck United States, Maine, Portland United States, California, Oakland United States, North Dakota, Fargo United States, New Jersey, Woodcliff Lake United States, Florida, Jacksonville United States, Illinois, Chicago United States, California, Los Angeles United States, Idaho, Boise United States, North Carolina, Raleigh United States, Texas, San Antonio United States, West Virginia, Charleston United States, Connecticut, Hartford Industry Power Schedule Full-time Employee Status Regular Business Class Transmission/Distribution Eng Job Posting Mar 11, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr