HDR

Infrastructure

SouthCentralProgramManagementLead

$175–235k ~AI est. United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Lead candidates.

The Brief

“South Central Program Management Lead at HDR. Assume leadership responsibilities for management. Advise clients on facets of programs”

Industry & Context.

Infrastructure
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Issues resolution; Risk mitigation

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to travel regularly, Commute to client's site temporarily

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Sciences, Planning, Business Administration or closely related field, Experience leading consultant or owner program management team, Experience leading at least one infrastructure program with capital value of $1 billion

Nice to Have

DBIA certification, Knowledgeable of alternative delivery/contract models, Knowledgeable of public-private partnership (P3), Knowledgeable of design-build-finance-operate-maintain (DBFOM), Knowledgeable of engineering procurement construction (EPC)

What You'll Do.

Assume leadership responsibilities for management

Advise clients on facets of programs

Leverage lessons learned

Plan program execution

Direct program execution

Monitor program execution

Anticipate potential issues

Identify program risks

Assist client with problem-solving

Assist client with issues resolution

Assist client with risk mitigation

Assist client with decision-making

Provide strategic advice

Provide thought leadership

Deploy required resources

Develop program management plans

Implement program management plans

Develop startup plans

Implement startup plans

Develop business processes

Implement business processes

Direct services provided by teams

Provide day-to-day leadership

Promote alignment within team

Secure required resources

Focus on contract compliance

Monitor team performance

Establish QA/QC program

Monitor financial performance

Adjust financial performance

Build trusted advisory relationship

Support pursuit of new contracts

Support practice-wide initiatives

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Client relationships; Technical teams; Regional leadership; High-performing teams

Communication Scope

Client communications

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. The Program Management Lead for the South Central U.S. Water Engineering practice is a strategic leader responsible for driving the successful delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary water programs across Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Oklahoma. This role serves as a key integrator between clients, technical teams, and regional leadership, ensuring Programs are executed with excellence, consistency, and alignment to client needs and organizational goals. The leader will cultivate high-perf

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