Project Controls Specialist - HDR : Job Details

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:' ' 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.

HDR is looking for a Project Controls Specialist to join our Water Business Group team in Charlotte, Winston-Salem, or Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate must have a strong technical interest in water infrastructure through evaluation, planning, design, and construction phases. They will support project managers and other delivery staff with project management activities including but not limited to, providing guidance, direction, and specialized assistance for project controls activities for programs or high visibility projects. They will have contact with clients regarding ongoing projects and tasks. Occasional field visits for meetings will also be required. On a day-to-day basis, we'll also count on you to:

• Establish WBS, and develop and maintain complex project schedules for various phases of the project.
• Coordinate with necessary team members.
• Develop and monitor project metrics.
• Participate in project coordination meetings.
• Conduct project site visits if applicable.
• Conduct schedule baseline and schedule update reviews.
• Develop cost estimates.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering
• 5 years of experience in project controls work on engineering and construction projects, including planning, estimating, forecasting, cost control, and project reports
• Certifications (one or more): PSP, PMP, PE, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST
• Strong decision-making skills
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Local candidates are preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• The capability to actively progress knowledge in the areas of:
• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal and leadership skills
• Coordination and prioritization of multiple long and short-term tasks
• Organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• 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.

Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem Industry: Water Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Water Treatment Job Posting: Jul 7, 2025