Civil/Municipal Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Civil/Municipal Project Manager in Houston, TX. The successful candidate will lead engineering projects, maintain client relationships, and mentor less experienced staff. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's in Engineering, 7 years of experience, and a PE license. This full-time role also involves participation in project planning and coordination. An inclusive environment and commitment to employee culture are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 7 years related experience.
• At least 2 years project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering/process design and project coordination.
• Maintain client relations and participate in project meetings.
• Mentor less experienced project staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

MS Office

MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

About HDR

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well‑known for creating high‑performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide a multidisciplinary foundation for progress, integrating scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. Diversity is our greatest strength and we are a proud equal‑opportunity, affirmative‑action employer.

Role Overview

We are currently looking for a Civil/Municipal Project Manager to join our growing office in Houston or Corpus Christi, TX.

Primary Responsibilities

• Involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently
• Lead engineering/process design, project coordination, specification writing, planning, design methods, reporting, equipment sizing and client interactions
• Maintain client relations and participate in marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in coordination with technical professionals and other disciplines; manage staffing and workload to complete documents on schedule and within budget
• Coordinate with Business/Accounting Managers, Project Controllers, Area Managers and Managing Principal for project reviews
• Implement QA/QC procedures and provide training for personnel as defined by strategic plans
• Mentor less experienced project staff to foster 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
• At least 2 years project management experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• MS Office and MS Project experience required (Access experience a plus)
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together we build on the collective life experiences and perspectives of our team, fostering a collaborative culture that encourages trust and connects us to our clients and communities.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all play a role in creating an inclusive environment where each person is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) create a sense of belonging and support.

Additional Information

• Primary Location: Houston, Texas
• Other Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
• Industry: Water
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Job Posting Date: Mar 9 2026

Equal Opportunity Employment

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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