CEI Bridge Project Administrator

hdr; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a CEI Bridge Project Administrator in Tampa, FL. You will serve as project lead for multiple construction projects, manage documents, budgets, and client communications, and work with Project Managers and field teams.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Engineering or related field, at least 2 years in construction planning and management, proficiency with Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office, and a commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including field engineering, construction submittals, estimating, scheduling, and site safety.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam, etc.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Responsibilities

• Serve as point of contact and project lead for multiple construction projects
• Plan and organize the work of subordinate and staff members
• Develop and/or review policies, methods, practices, and procedures
• Review programs for conformance with Department standards
• Perform constructability and biddability reviews
• Provide mentorship to junior staff
• Provide risk management and issue resolution leadership
• Take responsibility for a wide variety of specialized project-related administrative and accounting functions
• Work independently to effectively manage complex project- and executive-level paper and electronic files, documents and records
• Compose and develop correspondence and report
• Manage project insurance matters
• Apply company quality assurance guidelines and procedures, and independently monitor for quality assurance
• Manage project documents and files
• Answer questions regarding company policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Organize and coordinate meetings, and assist with presentations
• Work with complex contracts and sub‑agreements
• Track and monitor project budgets, workloads, and schedules
• Actively participate in project reviews
• Exhibit professionalism with clients
• Work closely with multiple Project Managers and project teams
• Exercise good judgment and discretion, and independently resolve problems and issues relating to administrative project functions
• Handle client invoicing, manage collections, complete project budgets and ensure compliance with project contractual obligations as needed
• Oversee activities of other administrative project support staff as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Schedule interpretation

Field engineering

Submittals management

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science

Tools

Procore

Prolog

Primavera

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

CEI Bridge Project Administrator – (196705)
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? #LI-JG9

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 construction services are more than project delivery, they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step. As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you’ll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients’ visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence. Our construction professionals; Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists bring deep technical knowledge, hands‑on experience, and a commitment to quality that sets industry benchmarks. Your contributions are critical to delivering successful, resilient infrastructure. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead in the field, uphold the highest standards, and leave a legacy of quality that communities can rely on for generations. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
In the role of CEI Bridge Project Administrator, we’ll count on you to:

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as point of contact and project lead for multiple construction projects
• Plan and organize the work of subordinate and staff members
• Develop and/or review policies, methods, practices, and procedures
• Review programs for conformance with Department standards
• Perform constructability and biddability reviews
• Provide mentorship to junior staff
• Provide risk management and issue resolution leadership
• Take responsibility for a wide variety of specialized project-related administrative and accounting functions
• Work independently to effectively manage complex project- and executive-level paper and electronic files, documents and records
• Compose and develop correspondence and report
• Manage project insurance matters
• Apply company quality assurance guidelines and procedures, and independently monitor for quality assurance
• Manage project documents and files
• Answer questions regarding company policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Organize and coordinate meetings, and assist with presentations
• Work with complex contracts and sub‑agreements
• Track and monitor project budgets, workloads, and schedules
• Actively participate in project reviews
• Exhibit professionalism with clients
• Work closely with multiple Project Managers and project teams
• Exercise good judgment and discretion, and independently resolve problems and issues relating to administrative project functions
• Handle client invoicing, manage collections, complete project budgets and ensure compliance with project contractual obligations as needed
• Oversee activities of other administrative project support staff as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering
• Structures/Bridges Construction Management/Inspection experience
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Previous FDOT or other comparable agency experience strongly preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including field engineering, construction submittals, estimating, scheduling, and site safety
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam, etc.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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-Florida-Tampa

Industry

: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular
BusinessClass: Field Services

Job Posting

: Oct 2, 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.