Civil Engineering Program/Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Denver is seeking a Multi-Discipline Civil Engineering Project Manager to lead design and construction of water infrastructure projects, including pipelines, pumping plants, dams, levees, and SCADA integration.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years of building-design experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills. Based in Denver, you will manage scope, schedule, and budget for complex projects and mentor teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience related to building design
• Professional Engineer license (PE) or equivalent
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Function as a Project Manager on large-scale civil engineering projects
• Lead scope and schedule development during design and construction
• Manage resources, budget and schedule across multiple disciplines
• Support project delivery and client communications
• Mentor other project managers and participate in business development

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Leadership

Education

Civil or Structural Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

RAM

ETABS

SAFE

Microsoft Office

Job description

Civil Engineering Program/Project Manager - ( 195003 )

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 water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

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We are seeking a skilled and experienced Multi-Discipline Civil Engineering Project Manager with a background in design of water projects including water pipelines, pumping plants, dams, levees, appurtenant infrastructure, structures, and SCADA projects with the technical skills and desire to support our Water Business Group across all Market Sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing large-scale civil engineering projects from concept, through design, and construction. The candidate will be expected to have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, ability to manage large teams with a wide range of experience and expertise.

Based in Denver, Colorado, this person will work under the direction of their supervisor to provide project management services for multiple discipline civil engineering projects. As a project manager this person will be responsible for managing scope, schedule, resource management, and budget on complex engineering projects working with both private and Federal clients.

In the role of Multi-Discipline Civil Engineer Project, you will be responsible for the following Key Responsibilities:

• Function as a Project Manager on large-scale heavy civil engineering projects.
• Lead in the development of scope and schedule during design and construction of large-scale heavy civil engineering projects.
• Management of resources throughout delivery of heavy-civil construction projects.
• Support project delivery, support programs, and execution of construction projects.
• Lead or support planning of scope, schedule and fee of heavy-civil construction projects.
• Mentor and coach other project managers across the organization in the development and delivery of projects.
• Participate in marketing efforts of both external and internal clients.
• Perform other duties, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience
• Project management skills include budgeting, scheduling, and recourse management.
• Experience with project management of dam construction and water construction projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software
• Experience in design calculations and layouts
• Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry and wood
• Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• 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

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Dams Levees Civil Works

Job Posting

Aug 10, 2026

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