NE/IA Federal Deputy Project Manager

HDR; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Federal Deputy Project Manager for the Federal Business Group in Omaha, NE. The role supports multi‑discipline project teams from development through close‑out under the guidance of a Project Manager.

Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 years of experience, with strong written and verbal communication and project management skills. Preferred: PMP certification, PE/RA license, and design experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Active participant in our employee‑owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project life cycle (from development and initiation to close-out), under supervision of a Project Manager.
• Responsible for many aspects of a small project or a single aspect of a larger project.
• Coordinate workload through project execution and complete deliverables on budget and schedule.
• Work with the Project Manager, Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews.
• Perform other duties as needed

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'

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.

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

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of NE/IA Federal Deputy Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project’s life cycle (from development and initiation to close-out), while under supervision of a Project Manager
• Responsible for many aspects of a small project or a single aspect of a larger project
• Coordinate workload through project execution and complete deliverables on budget and schedule
• Work with the Project Manager, Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification
• PE/RA License
• Design experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 5 years related 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:United States-Nebraska-Omaha Industry:Federal Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Federal Project Management Job Posting:Aug 25, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.