HDR

Infrastructure

SouthCentralProgramManagementLead

$175–245k ~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. Skills: Program management, Client relationships, Talent development. Assume leadership responsibilities for management of infrastructure programs. Advise clients on technical facets of infrastructure programs”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver complex programs; Ensure program execution excellence; Strengthen program management capabilities; Meet client expectations; Meet earnings targets; Meet profitability targets

Industry & Context.

Infrastructure
Problems you'll solve

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

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness to travel, Commute to client site

What They're Looking For.

Must 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 infrastructure program capital value $1 billion

Nice to Have

DBIA certification, Knowledge of P3, Knowledge of DBFOM, Knowledge of EPC

What You'll Do.

Assume leadership responsibilities for management of infrastructure programs

Advise clients on technical facets of infrastructure programs

Advise clients on regulatory facets of infrastructure programs

Advise clients on financial facets of infrastructure programs

Advise clients on community facets of 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 communications

Oversee construction management

Oversee document management

Oversee environmental planning

Oversee financial support

Oversee organizational strengthening

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 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

Emphasize accountability

Direct services provided by multiple program teams

Provide day-to-day leadership on a single mega-project

Promote alignment within the team

Secure required resources

Focus on contract compliance

Monitor team performance

Establish robust QA/QC program

Monitor financial performance of the program

Adjust as necessary to meet targets

Contribute to growth of program management services

Build long-term trusted advisory relationship

Expand services to address client needs

Support pursuit of new program contracts

Mentor staff working on programs

Train staff working on programs

Support practice-wide initiatives

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Client relationships; Technical teams; Regional leadership; Multidisciplinary teams

Communication Scope

Client communications; Team communications

Process & Methodology

Program management, Project management, Capital planning, Scheduling, Cost control, Risk management, Quality management, Procurement, Permitting, Planning, Design management, Document management, Environmental planning, Regulatory support, Strategic planning, Sustainability, Resiliency

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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