Senior Project Manager

HDR; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in London seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery and commercial performance of complex, multidisciplinary projects. You will provide leadership to project teams, manage strategic client relationships, oversee governance, and ensure delivery of technical, programme and commercial objectives.

You will mentor project managers and contribute to improving delivery practices. You will balance technical, operational and financial priorities, influence stakeholders, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Senior Project Manager with leadership experience overseeing multidisciplinary project teams across complex projects.
• Strong commercial awareness with ability to balance technical, operational and financial priorities.
• Proven ability to influence, negotiate and build consensus with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support Area Business Group Manager in strategic development and operation of the business.
• Promote HDR project management, commercial, quality and risk management processes.
• Lead recruitment, talent development and retention activities as required.
• Mentor Project Managers and delivery staff to develop capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Engineering/Construction/Project Management

Professional registration (CEng/IEng)

Project management qualification (APM PMQ/PMP)

Job description

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organisation 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.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centres driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

About The Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will take lead for the successful delivery and commercial performance of complex multidisciplinary projects and programmes. You will provide leadership to project teams, manage strategic client relationships, oversee project governance and ensure delivery of technical, programme and commercial objectives. You will act as a senior representative of the business, leading project delivery strategy, supporting business growth and ensuring projects contribute positively to operational and financial performance. In addition, you will mentor project managers and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of project delivery practices across the business

About You

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with demonstrable leadership experience managing multidisciplinary project teams across complex projects and programmes. Someone with strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance technical, operational and financial priorities, with proven ability to influence, negotiate and build consensus across clients, stakeholders and project teams. You will have a strong decision-making and problem-solving capability within complex delivery environments and experience in developing and mentoring project managers and technical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support the Area Business Group Manager and leadership team in the effective operation and strategic development of the business.
• Promote and champion the implementation of HDR project management, commercial, quality and risk management processes.
• Contribute to business planning activities including workload forecasting, resource planning and operational improvement initiatives.
• Support the development, mentoring and performance management of Project Managers and project delivery staff.
• Participate in recruitment, talent development, succession planning and retention activities as required.
• Encourage technical excellence, innovation and adoption of best practice across all project teams.
• Provide support and guidance in project reviews, project recovery plans and resolution of complex delivery challenges.
• Contribute to bid reviews, project pursuits and mobilisation activities for major opportunities.
• Promote collaboration across business groups, disciplines and geographic regions to maximise value for clients and the business.
• Support the continuous development of project management standards, procedures, templates and lessons learned programmes.
• Undertake project audits, governance reviews and quality assurance activities as required.
• Ensure compliance with HDR Quality Management Systems, environmental management procedures and all applicable company policies.
• Champion a culture of safety, integrity, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Represent HDR professionally within industry forums, client organisations and professional institutions.
• Perform other duties as required to support the successful operation and growth of the business.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years relevant industry experience, including significant experience delivering multidisciplinary engineering or consultancy projects.
• Demonstrable experience in a Senior Project Manager leadership role.
• Professional registration or chartership in a relevant discipline (CEng, IEng or equivalent) preferred.
• Project management qualification such as APM PMQ, ChPP, PMP or equivalent desirable.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects with responsibility for technical, programme and commercial performance.
• Experience managing projects through all phases of the project lifecycle from bid through delivery and closeout.
• Experience of contract administration, commercial management and change control processes.
• Experience of leading multidisciplinary teams and managing external consultants and contractors.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture.

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(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.

Primary Location:United Kingdom-England-London Industry:Building Engineering Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Program Management Job Posting:Aug 17, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Aff We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.