Civil/Municipal Project Manager

HDR, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Civil/Municipal Project Manager to join our Houston or Corpus Christi team in Texas. You will lead engineering design, coordinate multi-project efforts, and manage client relations on central Texas water projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering, a PE license, 7 years of related experience, and at least 2 years in project management. Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project is required; Access is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 7 years related experience.
• A minimum 2 years project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently.
• Responsible for leading engineering/process design, project coordination, determining and writing engineering specifications, planning work, establishing appropriate design methods, report preparation and coordination, equipment sizing and selection and working directly with the owners and clients.
• Establish client relations and be involved with leading marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines, and be responsible for coordinating staffing/workload through the entire project’s development to complete documents on schedule and within budget.
• Work with Business/Accounting Managers, Project Controllers or Company Controllers and the Area Manager and Managing Principal for project reviews.
• Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures, and for the execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans and objectives.
• Typically mentor local project staff that are less experienced Project Managers to help develop their professional growth.
• Serve as client manager for several strategic clients within the central Texas region.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

MS Access

Job description

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business 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.

HDR is currently in need of a Civil/Municipal Project Manager to work as a member of our growing office in Houston or Corpus Christi, TX.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently
• Responsible for leading engineering/process design, project coordination, determining and writing engineering specifications, planning work, establishing appropriate design methods, report preparation and coordination, equipment sizing and selection and working directly with the owners and clients
• Establish client relations and be involved with leading marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines, and be responsible for coordinating staffing/workload through the entire project’s development to complete documents on schedule and within budget
• Work with Business/Accounting Managers, Project Controllers or Company Controllers and the Area Manager and Managing Principal for project reviews
• Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures, and for the execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans and objectives
• Typically mentor local project staff that are less experienced Project Managers to help develop their professional growth
• Serve as client manager for several strategic clients within the central Texas region
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 years project management experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership 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-Texas-Houston Other Locations: United States-Texas-Corpus Christi Industry: Water Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Water Treatment Job Posting: Oct 27, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.