Senior Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multidiscipline project teams across the full lifecycle. You will oversee large, complex projects, coordinate deliverables, manage client relations, and maintain schedules and budgets.

This role requires a Architecture degree, 10 years’ related experience, and 5+ years in project management, with registration as an Architect. Strong MS Office and mentoring skills are essential to thrive in our employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• 10 years related experience.
• Minimum 5 years project management experience.
• Registered Architect.
• Ability to lead a project team.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project).
• Knowledge of local and regional market.
• Strong planning and mentoring skills.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.
• Preferred: PMP certification.
• Preferred: interest in sustainable design/LEED.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work of multidiscipline teams through project lifecycle.
• Manage large multidisciplinary projects or complex medium projects.
• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently.
• Maintain client relations and participate in meetings.
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development with staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate staffing and workload to meet schedule.
• Track financials and ensure budget adherence.
• Collaborate with accounting, operations, and leadership for reviews.
• Implement QA/QC procedures.
• Supervise staff and mentor junior PMs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

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 architecture is more than designing buildings, it's about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

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 Senior Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development & initiation to close-out)
• Responsible for all aspects of large multidiscipline projects or medium-sized projects with high degree of technical complexity, involving a large project staff
• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
• Establish and maintain client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle, and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule
• Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews
• Implement QA/QC procedures
• Supervise large project staffs and act as mentor for less-experienced Project Managers
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
• PMP certification

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• 10 years related experience
• A minimum 5 years project management experience
• Registered Architect
• Must be able to lead a team on projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Knowledge and experience within the local and regional market
• Good planning and mentoring 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-Illinois-Chicago

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Aug 14, 2026

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

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.