HDR

Pipeline Project Manager

HDR$110K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 7 years of related experience, including 2 years of project management
  • Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng) required
  • Experience with MS Office and MS Project
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Familiarity with ASME standards and 49 CFR regulations
  • Strong desire for business development and client engagement

Responsibilities

  • Manage large multi-discipline pipeline projects from concept to commissioning
  • Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and quality assurance
  • Coordinate internal teams and external stakeholders for project execution
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Lead engineering and permitting processes for pipelines
  • Serve as the primary client contact for project-related communication
  • Support business development initiatives and identify new client opportunities

Benefits

  • Employee-owned culture promoting engagement and participation
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative work environment focused on innovative solutions
  • Exposure to diverse engineering disciplines and projects
  • Potential for career growth into client-facing roles
  • Strong emphasis on work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
Full Job Description
HDR currently has an opening for an Industrial Project Manager to join our Industrial, Oil, Gas and Chemicals team in PA, WV, OH, and DE. The Project Manager will lead large, multi discipline pipeline projects from concept through commissioning, with a strong emphasis on engineering, permitting, regulatory compliance, and client engagement. This role requires deep experience in the oil and gas sector-specifically pipeline design and execution under 49 CFR Part 192 for both distribution and transmission systems. The ideal candidate is a seasoned technical leader who can manage complex project teams, drive schedule and budget performance, and strengthen client relationships. A background or emerging interest in business development is strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities • Project Leadership & Execution o Manage large, multi discipline pipeline projects, including engineering, environmental, permitting, land/easement acquisition, construction support, and commissioning. o Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, risk management, and quality assurance. o Coordinate internal engineering teams (mechanical, civil, electrical, structural, geotechnical, trenchless, etc.) and external stakeholders. o Ensure compliance with 49 CFR Part 192 and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. • Technical & Regulatory Expertise o Lead engineering and permitting efforts for distribution and transmission pipelines. o Guide teams through regulatory pathways, including environmental permitting, utility coordination, and agency approvals. o Provide technical oversight on pipeline routing, design, materials, construction methods, and safety compliance. • Client Management & Communication o Serve as the primary client interface, ensuring expectations are met and issues are resolved proactively. o Build strong, trust based relationships with clients, regulators, and project partners. o Prepare and deliver project updates, technical presentations, and executive level briefings. • Business Development & Growth o Support proposal development, pricing strategies, and pursuit planning. o Identify new opportunities with existing and prospective clients. o Contribute to strategic growth initiatives and market positioning. o For candidates newer to BD: demonstrate a strong desire to grow into a client facing, revenue generating role. Preferred Qualifications • Professional experience in the oil and gas pipeline industry. • PMP Certification. • Ability to lead diverse technical teams with confidence and clarity. • Strong working knowledge of ASME 31.4 and 31.8 And 49 CFR Part 192 and 195. • Experience with pipeline permitting, environmental coordination, and regulatory compliance. • Demonstrated success in client management; BD experience preferred or a clear interest in developing BD skills. • Strong commercial mindset-comfortable with client strategy, proposals, and relationship building. • Basic understanding of Google Earth, ESRI ArcGIS, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Bentley Microstation. • Utilization of Scheduling Software such as Microsoft Projects and Primavera (P6). • Must have strong communication skills, and be self-motivated, organized, flexible, and able to work both independently and with a project team to completion of tasks. • This position will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and drug and alcohol testing during the course of your employment based upon HDR's Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. • High level of accountability and ownership. • Collaborative, proactive, and solutions oriented approach. #LI-EH1 Qualifications Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering • 7 years related experience inclusive of a minimum 2 years experience in project management • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. • MS Office and MS Project experience is required • Demonstrated leadership skills • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
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