Project Controls Intern

HDR, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Project Controls Intern in Seattle, WA to support coordination, documentation, and reporting across project cycles. You will assist managers, maintain schedules, and help capture KPIs and dashboards while learning PMO processes.

The role targets early career candidates pursuing degrees in IS, CS, Business, or related fields, with strong organization and communication skills and basic MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support project controls with coordination, documentation, and reporting.
• Assist project controls managers with administrative tasks.
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, status reports, and meeting notes.
• Support data collection for project metrics, KPIs, and dashboards.
• Coordinate information flow among project participants, including subconsultants.
• Participate in project meetings and PMO ceremonies.
• Learn and apply Project Controls standards and processes.
• Role is for early career learners in PM methodologies and IT delivery environments.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Exposure to PM concepts

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Interest in IT delivery

Education

Pursuing degree in IS/CS/Business or related

Tools

Jira

Smartsheet

MS Project

Microsoft Office

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?

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around 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.

In the role of Project Controls Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Support Project Controls by assisting with foundational project coordination, documentation, and reporting activities.
• Assist project controls managers with administrative and coordination tasks.
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, status reports, and meeting notes.
• Support data collection for project metrics, KPIs, and dashboards using processes and tools established on projects.
• Co-ordinate information flow between project participants, including subconsultants if applicable.
• Participate in project meetings and PMO ceremonies.
• Perform basic analysis and research to support project planning.
• Learn and apply Project Controls standards, templates, and processes.
• This role is designed for individuals early in their career who are learning project management methodologies, tools, and IT delivery environments.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to project management concepts or coursework.
• Familiarity with project tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project).
• Interest in IT delivery, systems, or infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Seattle, WA: $25.00 - $27.00

Primary Location: United States-Washington-Seattle

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Temporary

BusinessClass: Highways

Job Posting: Oct 1, 2026