Assistant Power Project Manager

HDR; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Assistant Power Project Manager to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams through the project lifecycle, under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager. You will manage small projects or parts of larger ones, ensuring deliverables stay on budget and on schedule.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5 years of related experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. PMP certification is preferred as part of our employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 5 years related experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with design teams.
• Active participant in employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of single or multidisciplinary teams through the project's life cycle.
• Responsible for aspects of a small project or a portion of a larger project.
• Coordinate workload through project execution and deliverables on budget and schedule.
• Collaborate with Project Manager, Accounting, Operations and Business leadership for periodic reviews.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

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?

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

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.

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

• Coordinate work of single or multidisciplinary teams throughout the project’s life cycle (from development and initiation to close-out), while under supervision of a Senior 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
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification
• Minimum 2 years of experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams including engineering, real estate, permitting, natural resources, and/or construction.
• Experience in the power utility industry and basic understanding of the major components of a power delivery system.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 5 years related experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• 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-Washington-Seattle

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting

Sep 9, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.