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Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Principal Project Manager

phoenix, AZ

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About this opportunity

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising lists this Principal Project Manager opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

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.

In the role of Principal Project Manager, we'll count on you to:

Assume leadership responsibilities for the management of multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with a high degree of technical complexity and non-technical intricacies

Advise clients on the technical, regulatory, financial, and community facets of infrastructure programs, which are all critical to program success. Leverage lessons learned from other programs and industry best management practices to address the specific needs of each client

Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of program execution. This may involve overseeing a broad range of disciplines including, but not limited to: capital planning, change management, commissioning/asset onboarding, communications, construction management, cost control/estimating, document management, environmental planning/compliance, engineering, equity, financial support, organizational strengthening, permitting, planning/design management, program governance, procurement, project management, quality management, real estate, regulatory support, risk management, scheduling, strategic planning, sustainability and resiliency

Anticipate and identify potential issues and risks that may impact program implementation, and assist the client with problem-solving, issues resolution, risk mitigation, and timely decision-making. Provide strategic advice and thought leadership. Deploy the required resources to address various program challenges and unanticipated events

Develop and implement various plans (program management plans, startup plans and work plans), business processes, and tools to drive efficiencies, emphasize accountability, bring team alignment, and promote transparency

Direct the services provided by multiple large program teams or provide day-to-day leadership on a single mega-project

Promote alignment within the team through effective and regular communications.

Secure the resources required to deliver services specified in the contract scope with a focus on contract compliance

Monitor team performance and establish a robust QA/QC program to meet client expectations

Monitor the financial performance of the program against pre-established financial metrics and adjust as necessary to meet earnings and profitability targets, and control losses

Contribute to the growth of HDR's program management services by (1) building a long-term trusted advisory relationship with clients; (2) looking for opportunities to expand our services to address the needs of existing clients; (3) supporting the pursuit of new program contract opportunities; (4) mentoring and training staff working on programs; and (5) supporting practice-wide initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Sciences, Planning, Business Administration or closely related field

DBIA certification

Experience leading the consultant or owner program management team of at least one (transportation/water/resources) infrastructure program(s) with a capital value of $1 billion

Knowledgeable of other alternative delivery/contract models, such as public-private partnership (P3), design-build-finance-operate-maintain (DBFOM), and engineering procurement construction (EPC)

Willingness to travel regularly, and if needed, commute to a client's site temporarily

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

15 years related experience

A minimum 7 years project management experience

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)

Demonstrated leadership, business development and strategic planning 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

United States-Arizona-Phoenix

Other Locations

United States-Arizona-Tucson

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Program Management

Job Posting

Sep 8, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirming and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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Worksite address

phoenix, AZ, 85003, US

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