Coastal Engineering Project Manager

HDR; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Austin, Texas is seeking a Coastal Engineering Project Manager to lead projects like coastal restoration and shoreline protection. You will manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure project delivery meets clients' needs.

As a key leader, you will engage with clients and contribute to marketing efforts. The role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on water resource management and community resilience.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing coastal engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of coastal restoration and resilience assessments.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, analysis, design, and delivery of coastal engineering projects.
• Manage multiple projects ensuring delivery on schedule and budget.
• Develop strong client relationships and participate in marketing.

Skills

Project management

Coastal restoration knowledge

Client engagement

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

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 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.

About The Role

In this role, you will lead the planning, analysis, design, and delivery of coastal engineering and channel development projects, including sea level rise infrastructure assessments, coastal restoration, shoreline protection, and navigation improvements. You’ll also play a key role in client engagement and business development, helping expand HDR’s coastal presence nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate single- and multidisciplinary teams throughout the full project lifecycle (initiation through close-out)
• Manage complex small- to medium-sized projects, or serve as a key leader on larger efforts
• Oversee multiple projects concurrently, ensuring successful delivery on schedule, budget, and quality
• Perform and oversee analysis and design for:
  • Coastal restoration projects
  • Beach nourishment projects
  • Shoreline protection systems (revetments, living shorelines)
  • Sea level rise and resilience assessments
  • Navigation and dredging projects (marinas, harbors, channels)
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, participating in marketing and business development efforts
• Lead or support:
  • Proposal development
  • Scope definition