Lead Program Manager, Water Infrastructure

HDR; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Program Manager to lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs across California. You will advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial, and community aspects, and direct a team of HDR staff and subconsultants to deliver complex programs.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, risk management, and strong communication with executives. HDR values employee ownership and a diverse, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Master's degree preferred in a related field; extensive PM/PMO credentials beneficial.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assume leadership responsibilities for managing multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with high technical complexity and non-technical intricacies.
• Advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial, and community aspects of infrastructure programs; apply lessons learned and best practices.
• Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of program execution across multiple disciplines.
• Identify issues and risks; assist with problem-solving, risk mitigation, and timely decisions.
• Develop and implement program management plans, startup plans, work plans, and governance processes to drive efficiency and accountability.
• Direct HDR and subconsultant teams; ensure contract alignment, resource allocation, and QA/QC.
• Monitor financial performance against targets and pursue opportunities for growth in program management services.
• Mentor staff and contribute to a culture of employee ownership and inclusion.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

PMO experience

Alternative delivery models

Team collaboration

Public speaking

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Planning/Sciences/Business Administration

Master's degree in Engineering/Construction/Business Administration

Tools

PMIS

CMIS

Scheduling software

Cost control tools

Document management systems

Dashboard analytics

Job description

HDR is seeking a Program Manager to lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs across California. You will advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial, and community aspects, and direct a team of HDR staff and subconsultants to deliver complex programs.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, risk management, and strong communication with executives. HDR values employee ownership and a diverse, inclusive work environment.