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' 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.
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 are looking for a Senior Strategic Communications Project Manager to join our Strategic Communications program, a global team of communicators who are passionate about putting people first in planning and infrastructure. As a full-service communications, engagement, and creative practice, we help clients communicate complex infrastructure programs, build trust with stakeholders, and strengthen public understanding. We are looking for a strategic communicator who enjoys solving complex challenges, advising clients, and leading multidisciplinary teams. As a Senior Strategic Communications Project Manager, you will provide strategic communications leadership for major infrastructure programs throughout planning, design, construction, and operations. You will partner with clients to develop communications strategies, advise project leadership, direct multidisciplinary teams, and oversee successful project delivery. This role combines strategic counsel, client relationship management, project leadership, and team leadership.
In the role of Senior Strategic Communications Project Manager, we'll count on you to:
- Lead communications strategy for major infrastructure programs
- Serve as a trusted communications advisor to clients and project leadership
- Develop messaging, executive communications, media strategies, and stakeholder engagement approaches that support client objectives
- Develop stakeholder engagement and relationship strategies for infrastructure and planning programs
- Direct stakeholder engagement programs, including executive briefings, advisory committees, public meetings, elected official engagement, and partner coordination
- Provide strategic communications counsel during high-profile, sensitive, or complex project issues
- Direct multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and vendors to successfully deliver communications initiatives
- Lead integrated teams of communications, digital, creative, and technical specialists to deliver communications programs and tools
- Develop and strengthen long-term client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand Strategic Communications services
- Lead the successful delivery of large and complex Strategic Communications projects, including oversight of project scopes, schedules, budgets, and risk management
- Direct the work of others and ensure quality of work
- Serve as a trusted advisor and represent HDR in client meetings, executive briefings, and strategic discussions
- Serve as the primary Strategic Communications client relationship manager for large infrastructure programs.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues that support long-term project and business success.
- Support and mentor staff
- Lead strategic pursuits, proposals, interviews, and business development activities to support practice growth
- Participate in industry events and personal professional development opportunities
- Perform other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree
- 15 years professional experience in communications, public relations, marketing, community engagement, or closely related field
- Professional experience in infrastructure, including transportation, water, or power
- Track record of directing successful communications and engagement strategies
- Track record of successful project management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including experience writing for various media (web, brochure, newsletter, social media, etc.)
- Great attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments at a time, prioritize among tasks, and set and meet deadlines
- Service- and client-oriented attitude
- Willingness to travel (up to 15% of time)
- Ability to drive or independently get oneself to project locations
- Desire to learn and grow professionally
- Creativity and ability to think outside the box
- General professionalism and ability to represent HDR in front of clients
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Glen Allen, VA: $129,220 - $184,600.
Primary Location
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United States-Virginia-Glen Allen
Industry
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Strategic Communications
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
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Regular
BusinessClass
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Strategic Communications
Job Posting
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Jul 21, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Jul 22, 2026