HDR

Government

SeniorProgramManager/ClientManager(AlternativeFinancing)

$155–259k United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Senior Program Manager/Client Manager (Alternative Financing) at HDR. Skills: Alternative Financing Strategies, Infrastructure financing, Program management. Advise clients on Alternative Financing Strategies. Develop marketing efforts for new clients”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet earnings targets; Meet profitability targets

Industry & Context.

Government
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Issues resolution; Risk mitigation; Decision-making

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years experience, Master's degree

Nice to Have

Master's degree in Engineering, Master's degree in Construction Management, Master's degree in Sciences, Master's degree in Planning, Master's degree in Business Administration, Experience leading consultant program management team, Experience leading owner program management team, Experience with water infrastructure programs, Experience with resources infrastructure programs, Capital value of $500 million, Knowledge of public-private partnership (P3), Knowledge of design-build-finance-operate-maintain (DBFOM), Knowledge of engineering procurement construction (EPC)

What You'll Do.

Advise clients on Alternative Financing Strategies

Develop marketing efforts for new clients

Serve as HDR Practice Group Leader

Serve as Cross Sector Leader

Assume leadership responsibilities for infrastructure programs

Advise clients on infrastructure programs

Leverage lessons learned from other programs

Apply industry best management practices

Plan all aspects of program execution

Direct all aspects of program execution

Monitor all aspects of program execution

Oversee capital planning

Oversee change management

Oversee commissioning

Oversee asset onboarding

Oversee communications

Oversee construction management

Oversee document management

Oversee environmental planning

Oversee environmental compliance

Oversee financial support

Oversee organizational strengthening

Oversee design management

Oversee program governance

Oversee project management

Oversee quality management

Oversee regulatory support

Oversee risk management

Oversee strategic planning

Oversee sustainability

Anticipate potential issues

Identify potential issues

Anticipate program risks

Identify program risks

Assist client with problem-solving

Assist client with issues resolution

Assist client with risk mitigation

Assist client with timely decision-making

Provide strategic advice

Provide thought leadership

Deploy required resources

Address program challenges

Address unanticipated events

Develop program management plans

Implement program management plans

Develop startup plans

Implement startup plans

Develop business processes

Implement business processes

Emphasize accountability

Direct services provided by multiple program teams

Direct services provided by a single large program

Promote alignment within the team

Secure resources required to deliver services

Monitor team performance

Establish robust QA/QC program

Meet client expectations

Monitor financial performance of the program

Adjust financial performance as necessary

Meet earnings targets

Meet profitability targets

Contribute to growth of HDR’s program management services

Build long-term trusted advisory relationship

Expand services to address needs of existing clients

Support pursuit of new program contracts

Mentor staff working on programs

Train staff working on programs

Support practice-wide initiatives

Perform other duties as needed

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multidisciplinary infrastructure programs; Multiple program teams; Single large program team; HDR and subconsultants staff; Effective and regular communications

Communication Scope

Client communication

Process & Methodology

Program management, Project management

Full 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 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.  In the role of Senior Program Manager/Client Manager (Alternative Financing), we'll count on you to: Advise clients and develop marketing efforts for new clients on the technical, regulatory, financial facets of Alternative Financing Strategies for Infrastructure, specifically with a focus on P3 relationships with the Federal Government. Serve as HDR Practice Group Leader / Cross Sector Leader for Long-term infrastructure financing intended to support ongoing major initiatives on Federal Planning (Sec

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