Transmission Project Manager

HDR; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Transmission Line Project Manager to lead complex transmission projects from inception to closeout. You will manage scope, budgets, timelines, and QA/QC, ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes while supporting client relationships.

Required are a Bachelor's in Engineering, 7 years in the field, 2+ years PM experience, and a PE license. Strong leadership and employee-owned culture alignment are essential; occasional staff supervision may be involved depending on location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 7 years related experience.
• At least 2 years of project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• MS Office and MS Project experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead transmission projects through the entire life cycle.
• Track budgets, schedules and QA/QC per HDR standards.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and allocate staff workloads.
• Support client relationships and business development activities.
• Oversee non-engineering components when required.
• Recruit and supervise team as location allows.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Communication

Team oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Professional Engineer license

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 electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

In the role of Transmission Line Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Manage and lead transmission projects throughout the entire project life cycle, including scope and/or proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, project closeout, quality control, schedule, and budget management.
• Track financial aspects of projects and adjusting work effort with the team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule.
• Work independently and/or directing staff workload through the entire project life cycle, so that project deliverables are completed on schedule.
• Lead the QA/QC process following HDR’s Quality Management System requirements with a commitment to delivering world class quality.
• At times, being responsible for overseeing non-engineering components of projects, including public involvement, environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, construction management, and other services.
• Support client relationship development and engage in broader business development activities with existing and target clients.
• Depending on candidate’s location, there would be an opportunity to recruit and supervise a team and provide oversight over workload, quality, utilization, team morale, and team development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and client relationships in the Area are considered a strong advantage
• Master’s degree
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 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 is required (Access experience would be plus)
• Demonstrated leadership 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-South Dakota-Sioux Falls Other Locations: United States-North Dakota-Bismarck, United States-North Dakota-Fargo, United States-South Dakota-Rapid City Industry: Power Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Transmission/Distribution Eng Job Posting: Aug 18, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affir mative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.