HDR
Infrastructure
SouthCentralProgramManagementLead
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“South Central Program Management Lead at HDR. Assume leadership responsibilities for management. Advise clients on facets of programs”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Issues resolution; Risk mitigation
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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