Building Engineering Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking a Project Manager to oversee building engineering projects, particularly data centers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management and client development. Responsibilities include managing project budgets, schedules, and teams to ensure high-quality deliverables. This position offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team and contribute to innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years project management experience.
• Ability to interact with various design teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead project teams for successful delivery.
• Control project budget, scope, and schedule.
• Travel to project sites as required.

Skills

Client relationship building

Project management

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

About HDR

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.

Building Engineering Overview

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.

Position Summary

HDR is looking for a project manager whose experience focuses on client development and delivery of building engineering projects, specifically data center and mission critical facilities. The ideal candidate should have a proven background in successfully delivering various data center and mission critical projects ranging from upfront planning and pre‑design activities through detailed design, construction support and commissioning. This position is an opportunity to join one of the largest, fastest‑growing, and comprehensive TMT (Tech, Media, and Telecom) practices in the industry.

In addition to managing and delivering projects (which is the primary focus of this role), the successful candidate must possess the drive, experience and charisma needed to develop and secure work from a robust global client base and expand upon HDR’s reputation within these markets. This individual will manage multidisciplinary design teams from project conception to completion. Keen focus on organizational skills and follow‑through are required to be successful in this role.

The Project Manager will work closely with the Arizona/New Mexico Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager as well as our global TMT client management team. Some travel to client sites or other HDR offices may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate on development strategies, new business prospects, technical services, quality, and production methods and standards, to achieve the established goals and objectives of the business group, region, and company.
• Manage and lead project teams to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Travel to project sites as required.
• Control project budget, scope, and schedule.
• Ensure product deliverables meet quality standards.
• Forecasting, invoicing, and contract management.
• Promote HDR through regular client interface.
• Mission Critical staff recruiting working closely with the Business Group Manager and global TMT team.
• Create vital proposal content including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead HDR at interview presentations.
• Work cooperatively with local office leads, other business group leads, technical directors, and marketing managers.
• Perform other technical and managerial tasks as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relationships and experience with Mission Critical and/or Data Center Facilities clients and their needs.
• Advanced leadership and mentoring ability.
• Advanced client relationship building skills.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 7 years related experience.
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience.
• Ability to interact with various design teams, and excellent organizational, project management, and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant of our 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.

Location & Status

Primary Location: United States - Arizona - Phoenix

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Program Management

Job Posting

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

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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

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