Project Controls Administrator

Overview

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.

• Manage project information, including hard‑copy and electronic files
• Co‑ordinate information flow between project participants, including subconsultants, and if appropriate between project team and the client
• Attend project meetings and prepare detailed minutes of meetings
• Develop presentations based on input from project team members
• Prepare new project start‑up documents per HDR project and quality procedures, including developments of schedules and level of effort estimates
• Develop and track project schedules for meetings and deliverables
• Monitor, update and review financial data
• Prepare draft monthly progress reports
• Track and ensure compliance with contract requirements
• Use processes and tools established on projects
• Develop and assist in preparation of schedules
• Prepare various reports
• Demonstrate understanding of project controls tools
• Assist in costs estimate development and review
• Perform other duties as needed

• Bachelor's Degree in related field
• Previous experience with a consulting/engineering firm
• Familiarity with scheduling software
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in project coordination
• Proficiencies with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple long‑ and short‑term tasks simultaneously
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

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.

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.

United States-New York-New York

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Full‑time

Regular

Business Class :
Program Management

Jan 19, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.