Strategic Power Program Manager

HDR; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 165,200 - 230,725; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Power Program Manager to lead planning and execution of power infrastructure programs. You will guide a diverse team of engineers and non-technical professionals, serving as a trusted advisor to client leadership and ensuring governance and alignment with contract scope.

The role requires coordinating with HDR staff and subconsultants, delivering on schedule and budget, and promoting a transparent, accountable program culture. Travel ~25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or closely related field.
• Experience with PMIS such as E-Builder, ProCore, Kahua, Oracle Primavera or similar.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to present to executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver power projects for clients.
• Serve as primary client contact for scope, contracts, performance, work planning and staffing.
• Advise clients on technical, regulatory, planning and delivery strategies.
• Direct and manage HDR staff and subconsultants across large programs.
• Prepare monthly program reports and dashboards to show health and progress.
• Travel on average 25% of the time.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Project governance

Education

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

Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or closely related field

Tools

PMIS familiarity (E-Builder, ProCore, Kahua, Oracle Primavera)

Job description

HDR is seeking a Power Program Manager to lead planning and execution of power infrastructure programs. You will guide a diverse team of engineers and non-technical professionals, serving as a trusted advisor to client leadership and ensuring governance and alignment with contract scope.

The role requires coordinating with HDR staff and subconsultants, delivering on schedule and budget, and promoting a transparent, accountable program culture. Travel ~25% is expected.