Assistant Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to coordinate multidisciplinary teams through the full project lifecycle, from development to close-out, under the supervision of a Project Manager. The role supports small to mid-size projects, ensuring deliverables meet budget and schedule targets.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture, with 5 years of related experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to HDR's employee-owned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture is preferred.
• Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect is preferred.
• Experience in building engineering design projects such as Data Centers, Semiconductor, Industrial, or Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project lifecycle under supervision of a Project Manager.
• 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 project reviews.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Project management

Team coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect

Bachelor's degree in related field

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 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.

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 centers 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.

In the role of Assistant 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
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture
• Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect
• Experience within the industry of building engineering design projects such as: Data Centers, Semiconductor, Industrial, or Infrastructure

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

Other Locations

United States-Texas-Round Rock, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Texas-San Antonio

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Technical Design

Job Posting

Aug 6, 2026

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

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee.

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