Assistant Corrosion Project Manager

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR seeks an Assistant Corrosion Project Manager to apply corrosion mechanisms and materials science knowledge across water, wastewater, and transportation projects. The role blends office work—data compilation, reporting, and planning—with field assessments of pipelines and concrete structures.

The position requires national travel for fieldwork and training, and involvement in a team-driven, employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 5 years related experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license is required.
• MS Office and MS Project experience; Access is a plus.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout project life cycle under supervision.
• Responsible for aspects of small projects or parts of larger projects.
• Coordinate workload to meet budget and schedule.
• Prepare deliverables such as drawings, cost estimates, and specifications.
• Support project reviews with leadership and accounting.

Skills

Project management

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Access

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization 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.

The Assistant Corrosion Project Manager should have an solid understanding of corrosion mechanisms and materials science. The role will require a split between office time and fieldwork. The office work consists of preparing for field work, compiling field data, as well as writing reports and technical memorandums. The field work will consist of performing assessments on pipelines and concrete structures associated with the water, wastewater, and transportation industries. Field work includes entering confined spaces, working near traffic, and working in wastewater structures. The Assistant Corrosion Project Manager will also be expected to frequently travel nationally for field work. This role will receive classroom and hands‑on training to be able to perform fieldwork properly and in a safe manner.

In the role of Assistant Corrosion Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's life cycle (from development and initiation to close-out), while under supervision of a Project Manager
• Responsible for many aspects of a small project or a single aspect of a larger project
• Coordinate workload through project execution and complete deliverables on budget and schedule
• Work with the Project Manager, Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews
• Conduct analyses to develop chemical or process related design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of project deliverables (examples include engineering drawing packages, cost estimates, and project specifications)
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior engineers / professionals on larger projects
• Work with assistance from Project Engineers, Engineers In-Training (EITs), Designers, or BIM Specialists as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project execution within the Oil and Gas, Chemicals, Mining, Food and Beverage and/or Industrial Markets
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Chemical / Process design software (examples include Aspen Suite, EnviroSim BioWin, Hatch GPS-X, or OLI Systems)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 5 years related experience
• 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 (Access experience would be plus)
• 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(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 States-Texas-Houston Other Locations: United States-Texas-Tyler, United States-Texas-Round Rock, United States-Texas-Corpus Christi, United States-Texas-Fort Worth, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-Texas, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-Texas-El Paso Industry: Water Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Condition Assessment and Rehab Job Posting: Jan 26, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.