Deputy Project Manager

HDR, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to shape power utility projects in Irvine, CA. You will guide cross‑discipline teams from development to close‑out, ensuring deliverables meet scope, budget, and schedule.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of PM experience, with strong communication and organizational skills and a dedication to HDR’s employee‑owned culture. HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5 years related experience.
• Excellent organizational, project management and communication (written and verbal) skills. An active participant in our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project lifecycle under supervision.
• Responsible for aspects of a small project or a single aspect of a larger project.
• Coordinate workload through project execution and deliverables on budget and schedule.
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development with staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule.
• Track financial aspects of projects and adjust work effort to stay within budget and schedule.
• Collaborate with Project Manager, Accounting, Operations and Business leadership for periodic reviews.
• Implement QMS procedures.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a 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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you will help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry‑recognized engineers and scientists are at the forefront of grid transformation. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation, and leave your mark on our energy future.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project’s life cycle (from development and initiation to close‑out), while under supervision of a Project Manager or Section Manager.
• Responsible for many aspects of a small project or a single aspect of a larger project.
• Coordinate workload through project execution and complete deliverables on budget and schedule.
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule.
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with the team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of an agreed‑to budget and schedule.
• Work with the Project Manager, Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews.
• Implement QMS procedures.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• 5+ years project management experience for power utility projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 5 years related experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, and have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $106,000 – $151,000 and depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Location: United States – California – Irvine. Other location: United States – California – Los Angeles.