Assistant PM — Permitting & Compliance (Colorado)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support environmental and construction permitting for utility clients, with a focus on natural gas distribution and transmission in Colorado. You will coordinate with agencies, manage field staff, and drive project deliverables through permitting and approvals.

You will work with a diverse team of environmental scientists and project managers, evolving in scope and independence as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5 years related experience.
• Strong PM and communication skills with design teams.
• Experience in construction permitting or agency review processes.
• Must have Colorado driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with client and permitting agencies on HDR projects.
• Direct internal staff (CAD/GIS, biologists, land agents, planners).
• Manage deliverable production and QA to match project scope.
• Develop permitting matrices and project schedules.
• Coordinate multi-discipline teams through project life cycle.
• Ensure work is completed on budget and on schedule.
• Communicate effectively via phone, email, or messaging.
• Support periodic project reviews with leadership.

Skills

Engineering plans reading

Utilities client experience

Construction management

Permitting / agency review

Technical writing

Active construction site experience

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Colorado driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

HDR is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support environmental and construction permitting for utility clients, with a focus on natural gas distribution and transmission in Colorado. You will coordinate with agencies, manage field staff, and drive project deliverables through permitting and approvals.

You will work with a diverse team of environmental scientists and project managers, evolving in scope and independence as you gain experience.