Strategic Infrastructure Program Lead

HDR; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 198,000 - 321,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Principal Program Manager in the Water Business Group to lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs from planning through delivery, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. You will advise clients on regulatory and financial aspects, manage complex teams, and promote efficiency across projects. HDR emphasizes inclusion, employee ownership, and a lasting legacy in communities we serve. The role offers a full-time schedule across multiple California locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Sciences, Planning, Business Administration or a closely related field.
• At least one of the following licenses/certifications: PE, P.Eng, PMP, PgMP, AICP, or CCM.
• Minimum of ten years in program management with at least four years as a Senior Program Manager, delivering three or more programs with $500M+ capital value.
• Experience with alternative delivery methods: DBIA, DBFOM, EPC, P3.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; able to present to executives and large audiences.
• Familiar with PMO collaboration across consultant and client teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with high technical complexity.
• Advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial, and community aspects of programs.
• Direct program execution across disciplines including planning, design, construction, and risk management.
• Develop plans, processes, and tools to drive efficiency and accountability.
• Ensure contract compliance and robust QA/QC across large teams.
• Mentor staff and pursue opportunities to grow program management services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Sciences, Planning, Business Administration or closely related field

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Sciences, Planning, Business Administration or closely related field

Tools

PMIS

CMIS

Scheduling software

Cost control tools

Document management systems

Dashboard analytics

Job description

HDR is seeking a Principal Program Manager in the Water Business Group to lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs from planning through delivery, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. You will advise clients on regulatory and financial aspects, manage complex teams, and promote efficiency across projects. HDR emphasizes inclusion, employee ownership, and a lasting legacy in communities we serve. The role offers a full-time schedule across multiple California locations.