Project Manager
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?
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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.
Reporting to the Team Lead, the Project Manager is a dynamic individual who is comfortable within a multi-discipline team environment. They are the member of the project team that contributes project management knowledge and expertise to the project during the design and construction phases of our work. The project manager is responsible for project profitability. The project mix is varied. The core focus is Healthcare, Education, and Laboratory markets. The role involves working on multiple projects in various locations. Some opportunities for progression in this position include roles for Program Management, Business Development, and Project Management Operations.
Responsibilities
In the role of Project Manager, we'll count on you to:
- Plan, direct and manage all aspects of the work of multi-disciplinary teams on small, medium and large healthcare, education, laboratory projects through the schematic, design development and construction contract support phase of each project;
- Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
- Develop, seek approval for and implement project work plans defining the scope, resources, schedule, and budget necessary to meet the needs of each project
- Engage resources and maintain the necessary project team composition throughout the project
- Direct and coordinate work of all professional staff and sub-consultants
- Communicate effectively, meaningfully and frequently with project stakeholders
- Interface closely with local municipalities and authorities having jurisdiction to ensure designs conform to with standards/codes and gain necessary approvals
- Contribute to preparation and review of reports, design drawings and technical specifications
- Implement QA/QC procedures for all work product
- Coordinate workload through entire project development and ensure completion of tasks on schedule
- Track financial aspects of projects, coordinate and adjust work efforts of the team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of approved budgets
- Work with Business/Accounting Manager or Project Controller and Department Manager for project reviews and with company management as needed
- Manage several work assignments/projects concurrently
- Travel to and attend various external site locations and offices to participate in inspections, meetings, etc.
- Comply with all relevant legislation and corporate policies/procedures
- Ontario licensed P. Eng. or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm providing services to client markets with complex and involved project approvals and implementation processes
- Good interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal English communications skills
- Strong computer skills and experience using the Microsoft Office suite
- LEED AP or experience in sustainable design
- PMP certification would be an asset
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise in mechanical or electrical engineering design of building/facility systems
- Additional assets include: functional familiarity with Bluebeam, MS Project
Other Job Details
Further, the position requires:
- Compliance with HDR and, as applicable, contractor safety policies and procedures.
- Potential attendance at job sites to support design and construction activities.
- 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.
