Senior Project Manager - Civic Architecture

HDR, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager for its Civic Architecture Practice in Raleigh, NC. The role requires directing multi-disciplinary teams through all project phases, maintaining client relations, and coordinating deliverables within budget and schedule.

We value experience leading civic projects and a commitment to sustainable design. Local candidates are preferred, with opportunity to mentor staff and contribute to HDR's culture of inclusion and impact.

Qualifications

• Experience successfully managing civic projects and teams.
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED.
• PMP certification.
• Local candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development and initiation to close-out).
• Be responsible for management of all aspects of multidiscipline projects.
• 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 and mentor project staff.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Civic project management

Team leadership

Sustainable design interest

Education

PMP certification

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 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.

HDR is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Civic Architecture Practice in Raleigh, NC. In this role, we'll count on you to:

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development and initiation to close-out)
• Be responsible for management of all aspects of multidiscipline projects
• 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 and mentor project staff
• Perform other duties as needed

Due to client contract requirements, U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience successfully managing civic projects and teams
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
• PMP certification
• Local candidates are preferred

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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-North Carolina-Raleigh

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Civic ARC

Job Posting: May 11, 2026