Iowa Data Center Lead

HDR, Inc.
United States, Iowa, Des Moines
300 E Locust St Ste 210 (Show on map)
Oct 14, 2025
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? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 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. HDR is looking for a Project Manager to serve as our Iowa Data Center Lead in the Des Moines, IA office whose experience focuses on client development and delivery of data center projects. The ideal candidate should have a proven background in successfully delivering various data center and mission critical projects ranging from upfront planning and pre-design activities through detailed design, construction services 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 addition to managing and delivering 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 Area and Regional Building Engineering Services Business Group Managers 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 principal, other business group leads, technical directors and marketing managers. Other technical / managerial tasks as assigned Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) PMP Certification MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus) Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, BIM360 Docs, BIM360 Field, and Bluebeam Demonstrated leadership skills 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 LI-BC1 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. Primary Location : United States-Iowa-Des Moines Industry : Building Engineering Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Program Management Job Posting : Apr 23, 2025