Data Center Project Manager

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that.

We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.

That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives.

And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is looking for a project manager whose experience focuses on client development and delivery of datacenter projects.The ideal candidate should have a proven background in successfully delivering various datacenter and mission critical projects ranging from upfront planning and pre-design activities through detail design, construction support and commissioning.

This position is an opportunity to join one of the largest, fastest growing, and comprehensive TMT (Tech, Media and Telecom) practices in the industry.

In additional to managing and delivery projects (which is the primary focus of this role), the successful candidate must possess the drive, experience and charisma needed to develop and secure work from a robust global client base and expand upon HDR's reputation within these markets.

This individual will manage multi-disciplinary design teams from project conception to completion.Keen focus on organizational skills and follow-through are required to be successful in this role.

This person will work closely with the Nebraska / Iowa Building Engineering Services Business Group Manager as well as our global TMT client management team.

Some travel to client sites or other HDR offices is required.

Primary Responsibilities

Collaborate on development strategies, new business prospects, technical services, quality, and production methods and standards, to achieve the established goals and objectives of the business group, region and company.

• Manage and lead project teams to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction
• 10-20% Travel to project sites, including international if needed.
• Flexible work schedule to accommodate international project support
• Control project budget, scope, and schedule
• Ensure product deliverables meet quality standards
• Forecasting, Invoicing and contract management
• Promote HDR through regular client interface
• Mission Critical staff recruiting working closely with the Business Group Manager
• Create vital proposal content including scope, schedule and budget
• Lead HDR at interview presentations
• Work cooperatively with local office leads, other business group leads, technical directors and marketing managers.
• Other technical / managerial tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in the areas of site programming, project planning, design, construction and / or commissioning
• Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, BIM360 Docs, BIM360 Field, and Bluebeam
• Command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project)
• Good working knowledge of Google communication products (gDrive, Chat, Docs, sheets, and slides
• Demonstrated experience in working with multi-disciplined teams of Architects, Engineers, and Designers.
• An attitude and commitment to be an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
• Active in area industry associations.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Preference given to local candidates.
• Preference to candidates with PE or Architecture licensure
• Relationships and Experience with Mission Critical and / or Datacenters Facilities clients and their needs.
• Advanced leadership and mentoring ability
• Advanced client relationship building skills
• Strong public speaking / presentation skills

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.

When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.