Lead Project Coordinator

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Lead Project Coordinator in California to oversee production section operations, staff development, and quality control. The role supports marketing efforts, proposals, and cross-team coordination across project managers and service sections.

You will help plan, organize, and evaluate work using a proactive project management system, implement company policies, and maintain professional client relationships.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Responsibilities

• Assist in the responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
• May function as an Assistant Project Manager and assist in responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities
• Assist with administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
• Be involved in marketing planning and proposals
• Assist in ensuring that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
• Prepare, organize and assist with contracts and sub-contracts
• Coordinate meetings and assist with presentations
• Exhibit professionalism with clients
• Work closely with multiple Project Managers and project teams
• Assist with or prepare project invoices as needed

Skills

Project coordination

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Newforma

Procore

ACC/Forma

Google Docs

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'

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.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Lead Project Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

Assist in the responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support

May function as an Assistant Project Manager and assist in responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities

Assist with administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections

Be involved in marketing planning and proposals

Assist in ensuring that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system

Implement, monitor and support company policy

Assist in the selection, training, development and management of project coordinator personnel

Compose, type, format, proofread, edit and organize documents, reports, specifications and correspondence

Create and maintain paper and electronic files

Order insurance and monitor insurance certificates

Assist with developing project guides, and provide information and support for project reviews

Apply company quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document management

Prepare, organize and assist with contracts and sub-contracts

Coordinate meetings and assist with presentations

Exhibit professionalism with clients

Work closely with multiple Project Managers and project teams

Assist with or prepare project invoices as needed

See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of related experience

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Good leadership and organizational skills

Strong communication and listening skills

Proficiency in Newforma, Procore, ACC/Forma, Google Docs

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Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 3 years related experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• 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.

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.

Other Locations

United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-California-Folsom

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Technical Design

Job Posting

Sep 21, 2026

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

We are an Affiliated Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

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

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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