Transmission Line Project Manager * - HDR : Job Details

Overview

Join HDR as a Transmission Line Project Manager. HDR is an employee‑owned company that aims to create a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, with diversity, equity, and inclusion integrated into our work and communities, and a focus on the impact we have on the world.

HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Transmission Line Project Manager to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. Opportunities are available in these preferred locations: Austin, Ann Arbor, Boise, Bismarck, Billings, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Irvine, Fort Worth, Houston, Honolulu, Kansas City, Madison, Minneapolis, Missoula, Omaha, Phoenix, Portland (OR & ME), Richmond, Raleigh, Sacramento/Folsom, San Diego, Seattle, Spokane, St Louis, Syracuse.

Responsibilities

• As part of a well-established global Power Delivery practice, you will manage Transmission Line projects of all sizes and complexities, domestically and potentially abroad. Additionally, you will work with design teams to help execute these projects.
• The primary duties of a Transmission Line Project Manager include executing and managing all aspects of transmission line engineering projects, including scope and/or proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, quality control, scope, schedule, and budget management, and project closeout. Projects may include routing/siting, public involvement, environmental permitting, real estate acquisition, construction management, or other services.

As a Transmission Line Project Manager, your role will encompass the following:

• Managing and leading projects and programs throughout the entire life cycle.
• Working independently and/or directing, mentoring, training, and/or supervising one or more Project Engineers, EITs, Coordinators, Designers, CADD Technicians, and administrative staff.
• Providing project team member oversight over workload, schedule, quality, utilization, morale, and performance.
• Overseeing non-engineering components of projects and programs, such as public engagement, County/State/Federal agency engagement, permitting, right of way acquisition, and construction management (as applicable).
• Leading the QA/QC process per HDR's Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering services and work products that exceed client quality expectations.
• Supporting client management and at times engaging in broader business development activities with existing and target clients in the region and beyond.
• Coordinating with Area and Regional leadership and HDR's Talent Acquisition team to develop a hiring plan to help build and grow a group of professionals to meet program and practice needs.
• Ability to work share with staff in multiple offices to execute projects.
• Represents HDR to support marketing and proposal development for new opportunities.

QualificationsPreferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering, related field or equivalent experience.
• FE, PE license preferred, PMP in lieu of PE.
• A minimum of 2 years of project management experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams and have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The targeted salary range for this position (based on experience and location) is $105,403 - $190,200. New Jersey is $95,000 - $198,125.

Details

• Primary Location: United States-Arizona-Phoenix
• Other Locations: United States-Texas-Round Rock; United States-North Carolina-Charlotte; United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem; United States-Oregon-Salem; United States-Maryland-Baltimore; United States-Montana-Missoula; United States-Texas-Houston; United States-California-Irvine; United States-Wisconsin-Madison; United States-New York-Buffalo; United States-Washington-Tacoma; United States-Nevada-Reno; United States-Colorado-Fort Collins; United States-California-Folsom; United States-Oregon-Portland; United States-Montana-Bozeman; United States-Colorado-Durango; United States-Washington-Seattle; United States-Nevada-Las Vegas; United States-Montana-Billings; United States-Texas-Dallas; United States-Montana-Helena; United States-Washington-Spokane; United States-Virginia-Arlington; United States-Washington-Pasco; United States-Texas-Austin; United States-California-Claremont; United States-Massachusetts-Boston; United States-Colorado-Denver; United States-Oregon-Bend; United States-Missouri-St Louis

Job Posting

Mar 11, 2025

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

Power

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