About Us At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward. Primary Responsibilities Are you passionate about great project delivery? Do you get excited about helping Project Managers and their teams excel on their assignments? Does working on a wide variety of planning, design, and construction projects on some of the most important California Water projects sound interesting to you? The HDR Northern California Water Business Group is looking for a Project Delivery Leader to join our leadership team and help us develop and support our great project teams and clients. If you are a strong and experienced Project Manager and would like to help lead an amazing water program, this role may be for you! In the role of Project Delivery Leader, you will serve as part of the NorCal Water Business Group Leadership team, help oversee project delivery, develop Project Management skills, assist the Business Group Manager in tracking project financials, assist other Project Managers with staffing and quality issues. Responsibilities will include:
- Project management skills development
- Project management team organization and leadership
- Project reviews, delivery oversight, financials, schedule, quality, and project staffing
- Coordinates with Area Market Sector Leader on technical staff assigned to projects
- Possible MOA responsibilities delegated from BGM
- Workshare management
- Streamline Area project management processes (remove barriers to execution)
- Serve as a Champion for cross business group pursuits and initiatives
- Technical delivery program development participation
- Serve as a PIC, Project Sponsor, Client Manager for select projects and clients
- Technical learning path development and mentoring
- Coordinate staffing with Area market sector / business class / Professional Services Leaders
- Recruiting
Additional activities may include:
- Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of large multidiscipline projects, involving a large project staff
- Manage and coordinate several projects concurrently
- Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
- Work with the Business/Accounting Manager, Project Controller or Company Controller and Department Manager for project reviews
- Implement QA/QC procedures
- Execute training for personnel as established by strategic plans
- Supervise staff and act as mentor for Project Managers
- Perform other duties as needed
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 10 years related experience
- A minimum of 5 years of project management experience
- Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software
- Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) 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.) $137,445 - $223,125
Primary Location
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United States-California-Folsom
Other Locations
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United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-California-Sacramento
Industry
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Water
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
:
Regular
BusinessClass
:
Dams Levees Civil Works
Job Posting
:
Jan 19, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Jan 20, 2026