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.
We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. With HDR's continued expansion, we have an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager on a part-time basis to lead transportation design projects throughout the state, primarily in eastern North Carolina. This is a growth position for the right candidate looking to make the next step in their career and build a high performing group. Primary Responsibilities
* Management of NCDOT transportation design projects
* Project management on large-scale contracts for non-conventional and conventional projects for area clients
* Establish and maintain client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
* Perform quality assurance checks on major transportation projects on state highway systems
* Project management duties and client interaction
* Participate in reviews with various governing agencies
* Work across multiple business groups and market sectors
* Work with area leadership in planning, managing, and coordinating opportunities for staff across the area and region.
* Conduct work sessions for design development and contract document in conjunction with other staff
* Coordinate workload throughout entire project development, and ensure completion of documents on schedule
* Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to schedule
* Work with Business/Accounting Manager or Project Controller and Area Manager for project reviews and with company management as needed
* Develop, manage, and supervise work of a staff of design professionals and technicians
* Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications
* 15 years experience in all aspects of engineering and/or planning
* PE license; ability to obtain PE license in NC
* Experience with urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, and site planning
* Experience with InRoads, Microsoft Office applications
* Prior project experience working with NCDOT
* Demonstrated leadership skills
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 10 years related experience
- A minimum of 5 years of project management experience
- Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software
- 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.
Primary Location
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United States-North Carolina-Raleigh
Other Locations
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United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville
Industry
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Highway + Road
Schedule
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Part-time
Employee Status
:
Regular
BusinessClass
:
Highways
Job Posting
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Jan 29, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
Jan 30, 2026