Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
3-10 years of program management experience with projects valued at $50 million to $500 million.
Strong leadership skills with a focus on team cohesion across multiple locations.
Excellent communication skills for client presentations and public speaking.
Experience with alternative delivery methods like design-build and construction management at-risk.
Familiarity with program management tools such as PMIS and risk management systems.
Commitment to an employee-owned culture.
Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with technical and non-technical complexities.
Advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial, and community aspects of programs.
Plan and monitor all aspects of program execution across various disciplines.
Identify and mitigate potential issues impacting program implementation.
Develop and implement program management plans and business processes for efficiency.
Direct a program team and ensure alignment and contract compliance.
Monitor financial performance against metrics and adjust as necessary.
Contribute to the growth of program management services through client relationships and mentoring.
Benefits
Employee-owned culture promoting active participation.
Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
Dynamic work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
Exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects.
Potential for travel and diverse project experiences.
Full Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Transportation Program Manager, we'll count on you to:
Assume leadership responsibilities for managing multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with a high degree of technical complexity and non-technical intricacies.
Advise clients on the technical, regulatory, financial, and community facets of infrastructure programs, which are all critical to program success. Leverage lessons learned from other programs and industry best management practices to address each client's specific needs.
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 address various program challenges and unanticipated events.
Develop and implement 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.
Direct the services provided by a program team comprised of HDR and subconsultants staff. Promote alignment within the team through effective and regular communications. Secure the resources required to deliver services specified in the contract scope with a focus on contract compliance. Monitor team performance and establish a robust QA/QC program to meet client expectations.
Monitor the program's financial performance against pre-established financial metrics and make adjustments 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.
Perform other duties as needed
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
Program management experience consistent with one of the following requirements:
A minimum of three (3) years of program management experience in a deputy role to the Program Manager for the delivery of one or more programs, with a cumulative capital value of $200 million or more, or;
A minimum of five (5) years of program management experience as a Project Manager or Project Controls Manager for the delivery of one or more programs, each with a capital value of $200 million or more, or;
A minimum of ten (10) years of project management experience as a Project Manager directing a multi-disciplinary team for the delivery of at least two (2) 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 in various locations.
Excellent communication skills. Comfortable presenting to client executives and in front of a large audience in a public setting.
Management experience with the implementation of projects or programs using alternative and collaborative delivery methods, including design-build (DB), progressive design-build (PDB), and/or construction management at-risk (CMAR).
Familiar with the various tools used to manage large programs - PMIS, CMIS, scheduling, cost control, document management, risk management, asset management, dashboard analytics, etc.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred Qualifications
California Professional Engineer license is strongly preferred
15+ years of highway, rail, or grade separation project management experience is preferred
Experience leading the consultant or owner program management team of a transportation program(s) with a capital value of $500 million.
Knowledgeable of other alternative delivery/contract models, such as public-private partnership (P3), design-build-finance-operate-maintain (DBFOM), and engineering procurement construction (EPC).
Willingness to travel regularly, and if needed, commute to a client's site temporarily.
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.
