Construction Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a senior construction project manager to lead our western US field services expansion, focusing on Western Colorado and Denver operations. You will direct contracts, coordinate multi-project delivery, and cultivate federal, state, and local relationships to win work.

Ideal candidates bring 20+ years in project management, deep FHWA/CDOT knowledge, and strong marketing, business development, and leadership skills to mentor teams of 10+ professionals in an employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of experience in construction planning and management, including field engineering, submittals, estimating, scheduling, and site safety.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and construction management software (Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam).
• Active participant in our employee‑owned culture is a must.
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and manage construction contracts and projects of varying size and complexity.
• Coordinate resource management and multiple projects concurrently.
• Develop and cultivate client relations with federal, state and local agencies and other entities.
• Proposal development and project delivery using traditional and non-traditional methods.
• Recruit engineering and construction professionals to support project delivery.

Skills

Marketing & Business Development

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience

MS preferred

PE or PG preferred

Tools

Procore

Prolog

Primavera

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

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 construction services are more than project delivery, they’re about safeguarding quality, safety, and trust at every step. As part of HDR’s Field Services team, you’ll be on the front lines of infrastructure development, making sure that what’s designed is built to the highest standards. From highways and bridges to water treatment plants, transit systems, and power facilities, your work ensures that our clients’ visions become reality, with precision, integrity, and excellence. Our construction professionals; Construction Managers, Inspectors, Resident Engineers, and field specialists bring deep technical knowledge, hands‑on experience, and a commitment to quality that sets industry benchmarks. Your contributions are critical to delivering successful, resilient infrastructure. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead in the field, uphold the highest standards, and leave a legacy of quality that communities can rely on for generations. We are all employee‑owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around 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.

Description

The primary duties of this position include construction field services business development and further expansion of HDR’s construction services program in the western United States focusing on Western Colorado.

Tasks could include planning, directing and managing construction contracts and projects of varying size and complexity. This individual will be actively engaged with the resource management and coordination of several projects concurrently. Responsibilities also include development and cultivation of client relations with federal, state, and local agencies, and other entities. Tasks include proposal development, supported by HDR’s marketing group. This individual will also be responsible for participation in identification of, proposal development, and project technical delivery of construction management projects, delivered utilizing both traditional and non‑traditional project delivery methods, nationwide. Responsibilities may also include engaging and delivery of program management types of projects, directing and coordinating with multiple consultants, contractors and agencies, facilitating the establishment of the sequencing of projects across all HDR’s business lines and practices.

This professional will also have the opportunity to guide their own success, engaging in recruiting engineering and construction professionals to assist in successfully delivering projects for our clients. The successful candidate must embrace an employee‑owned culture with an entrepreneurial spirit. Recruiting, pursuit identification, proposal development and project delivery will occur in a collaborative, supportive environment focusing on teambuilding and team success. Maintains professional credentials.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS is preferred.
• PE or PG preferred
• Minimum of 20 years project management experience.
• Extensive knowledge and practice of FHWA, CDOT policies and procedures a must.
• Candidate should have excellent marketing and business development skills in addition to contacts/relationships in respective business class disciplines.
• Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills.
• Good communication, leadership, planning and mentoring skills and experience managing 10+ employees.

Reporting Structure

Reporting Structure: Open to discussion and change. This position falls under our Construction Control Corporation Field Services group rolling up under Transportation Business Group out of Denver, CO with proposed direct report open to discussion and practicality for the individual.

#LI-MV3

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including field engineering, construction submittals, estimating, scheduling, and site safety
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam, etc.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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.

BusinessClass : Field Services

Industry

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jul 8, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.