Lead Infrastructure Program Manager – Water & Resilience

HDR; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is hiring a Program Manager to lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with high technical complexity. You will advise clients and coordinate HDR and subconsultant teams across planning, design, and construction phases.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, risk mitigation, and rigorous QA/QC while ensuring contract and financial performance. Travel may be required as projects span multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration, or closely related field.
• 3–10+ years of program or project management experience with large capital programs (various thresholds).
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to work across locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with high technical complexity.
• Advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial, and community aspects.
• Direct program execution across disciplines (planning, design, construction, procurement, risk).
• Develop program management plans, startup plans, and work plans to drive efficiency and accountability.
• Monitor financial performance and ensure contract compliance; mentor staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

PMO

Project Management

Risk Management

Scheduling

Cost Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related field

Tools

PMIS

CMIS

Scheduling tools

Job description

HDR is hiring a Program Manager to lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with high technical complexity. You will advise clients and coordinate HDR and subconsultant teams across planning, design, and construction phases.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, risk mitigation, and rigorous QA/QC while ensuring contract and financial performance. Travel may be required as projects span multiple sites.