Senior Project Manager (Pump Station & Pipeline)

HDR, Inc.; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a Project Manager to shape water infrastructure projects within our Water Business Group.

You will plan, direct and monitor pump station and pipeline projects, and lead engineering design while coordinating with owners and clients to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery. The role requires a PE license, a bachelor's degree in engineering, 10 years related experience and at least 5 years of project management, plus proficiency with MS Office and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• At least 10 years related experience and 5+ years in project management.
• Professional engineer license (PE/P.Eng) is required.
• Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning abilities.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and monitor mid-sized to large pump station and pipeline projects.
• Lead engineering design, project coordination, and equipment sizing.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing and meetings.
• Coordinate design sessions and manage staffing and schedule.
• Participate in business development and proposal development.
• Mentor staff and participate in recruitment.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Strategic planning

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS 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 water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you'll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

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.

Primary Responsibilities

• The Project Manager will be tasked with planning, directing and monitoring all aspects of mid-sized and large pump station and pipeline projects.
• Responsible for leading engineering/process design, project coordination, determining and writing engineering specifications, planning work, establishing appropriate design methods, report preparation and coordination, equipment sizing and selection and working directly with the owners and clients.
• Establish client relations and be involved with leading marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines, and be responsible for coordinating staffing/workload through the entire project's development to complete documents on schedule and within budget.
• Involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently.
• Participate in business development, including client interaction, proposal development, and participation in professional societies
• Work with Business/Accounting Managers, Project Coordinators and the Area Manager and Managing Principal for project reviews.
• Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures, and for the execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans and objectives.
• Mentor local project staff that are less experienced Project Managers to help develop their professional growth. Be active in the recruitment and hiring.
• Participate in the Pump Station and Pipeline Practice Group
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline
• Strong business development and strategic planning skills.
• Experience in large scale pump station and pipeline condition assessment, design and rehabilitation
• 15 or more years of relevant project management experience
• PMP Certification

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 10 years related experience
• A minimum 5 years project management experience
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning 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.

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.): $142,758 - $231,750

• Primary Location: United States-California-Walnut Creek
• Other Locations: United States-California-Sacramento, United States-California-Folsom
• Industry: Water
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• BusinessClass: Water Treatment
• Job Posting: Nov 7, 2025