Full Job Description
HDR is looking for a project manager whose experience focuses on client development and delivery of data center projects. The ideal candidate should have a proven background in successfully delivering various data center 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 Regional Building Engineering Services Business Group Managers as well as our global TMT client management team. Some travel to client sites or other HDR offices is required.
In the role of Project Manager (Data Center Projects), we'll count on you to:
ul Plan and manage all aspects of building engineering design projects; Data Centers, Semiconductor, Industrial, Infrastructure. Role will also directly support Senior Project Management team on large scale projects
ul Manage and lead project teams to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction
ul 10-20% Travel to project sites, including international if needed
ul Flexible work schedule to accommodate international project support
ul Control project budget, scope, and schedule
ul Ensure product deliverables meet quality standards
ul Forecasting, Invoicing and contract management
ul Promote HDR through regular client interface
ul Mission Critical staff recruiting working closely with the Business Group Manager
ul Create vital proposal content including scope, schedule and budget
ul Lead HDR at interview presentations
ul Work cooperatively with local office leads, other business group leads, technical directors and marketing managers
ul Actively participates in project pursuits and developing project scope
ul Independently coordinate work of professional staff of Architects and/or Engineers
ul Establish client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
ul Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for compliance
ul Conduct work sessions for design development and contract document in conjunction with multidisciplinary staff
ul Coordinate workload through entire project development, and ensure completion of documents on schedule
ul Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to schedule
ul Facilitates/participates in project reviews in collaboration with Accounting and technical team management.
ul Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
ul Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture
ul Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
ul Bachelor's degree in related field
ul 7 years related experience
ul A minimum of 2 years project management experience
ul Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
ul An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must