Mission-Critical Data Center Planning Program Lead

HDR; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Due Diligence and Planning Program Manager in Arlington, VA to lead site selection and planning projects for technology facilities. The role demands strong leadership and communication skills, along with significant engineering or project management experience.

Responsibilities include directing project staff, maintaining governance tools, and client engagement while ensuring overall accountability to clients and stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary between $150,000 and $200,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of combined engineering or project management experience.
• 2+ years of program management experience.
• Significant land‑development experience.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a due diligence and planning program with cross‑disciplinary teams.
• Develop and maintain program tools for governance and KPI tracking.
• Create consistent program execution templates and tools.
• Direct project staff as program leader and/or project manager.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Planning and budgeting

Team management

Business management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Google Drive

PMIS

CMIS

Job description

HDR is seeking a Due Diligence and Planning Program Manager in Arlington, VA to lead site selection and planning projects for technology facilities. The role demands strong leadership and communication skills, along with significant engineering or project management experience.

Responsibilities include directing project staff, maintaining governance tools, and client engagement while ensuring overall accountability to clients and stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary between $150,000 and $200,000 and comprehensive benefits.