Coastal Engineering Project Manager

HDR; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Coastal Engineering Project Manager to join our national team of coastal professionals. 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 will also play a key role in client engagement and business development, helping expand HDR’s coastal presence nationwide while mentoring staff and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 7+ years related experience including 2+ years in project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license recognized by licensing board.
• MS Office and MS Project proficiency required.
• Demonstrated leadership and client engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams through the full project lifecycle (initiation through close-out).
• Oversee coastal restoration, shoreline protection, and navigation projects.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships; participate in marketing and business development.
• Plan staffing and manage workload across project lifecycle; track budgets and schedules.
• Ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relations

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Coastal/Ocean or Civil engineering

PMP certification

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

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?

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 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 seeking a Coastal Engineering Project Manager to join our nationally ranked team of coastal professionals across the United States. We are looking for a proven leader with strong technical expertise and project management experience to help deliver innovative solutions for coastal resilience, restoration, and navigation infrastructure.

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
  • Fee and cost estimates
• Facilitate design workshops and coordination meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Plan and manage staffing and workload across the project lifecycle
• Track and manage project financials, adjusting resources to meet budget and schedule targets
• Partner with accounting, operations, and business leadership on project performance reviews
• Ensure adherence to and implementation of QA/QC procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Coastal, Ocean, or Civil engineering preferred
• PMP certification

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience inclusive of a minimum 2 years experience in project management
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required
• 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.

Primary Location:United States-Texas-Houston Other Locations:United States-Texas-Corpus Christi, United States-Mississippi-Flowood, United States-Florida-Doral, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Louisiana-Metairie, United States-Florida-Pensacola, United States-Florida-Fort Lauderdale, United States-Louisiana-Lafayette, United States-Florida-Jacksonville Industry:Water Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Coastal Engineering and Restoration Job Posting:Jun 24, 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.