Federal Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering company is looking for an experienced Federal Project Manager to join their Omaha, NE office. This full-time position involves planning and managing various projects, establishing client relations, and coordinating efforts with different design teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 7 years of related experience, and excellent communication and organizational skills. Join this inclusive workplace committed to equity and empowerment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years project management experience required.
• 7 years related experience is preferred.
• Must be able to interact with various design teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage small to medium projects.
• Coordinate work of professional staff throughout the project.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in 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?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

HDR is looking for a Federal Project Manager to join our Federal Business Group. This position is located in our Omaha, NE office.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all aspects of small to medium single-discipline projects or large, routine projects
• Independently coordinate work of professional staff and balance team throughout entire project\'s development
• Establish client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for compliance
• Conduct work sessions for design development and contract document in conjunction with other staff
• Coordinate workload through entire project development, and ensure completion of documents on schedule
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to schedule
• Work with Business/Accounting Manager or Project Controller and Department Manager for project reviews and with company management as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A license/certification
• PMP certification

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, 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

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.

Primary Location

Omaha, NE

Other Locations

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jan 22, 2026

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

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let\'s work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world\'s greatest challenges. We\'re always looking for great talent to join our global teams.