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About Us
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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
About Us
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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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 organisation 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 supports an inclusive and diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Australians and people of culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
The Role
Join our Building Engineering Services Business Group at HDR as Project Leader and lead the delivery of mission critical / data centre projects across Victoria.
Based in Melbourne, you will take the lead in delivering high-profile data centre projects from concept to completion. This is a key project leadership role where you'll oversee the entire project lifecycle, manage client relationships, and ensure successful project delivery while meeting financial and quality targets.
This role will give you the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
As Project Leader (Data Centres) we'll count on you to:
* Lead the delivery of data centre projects, overseeing all aspects including defining client requirements, scope, technical specifications, cost planning, and deliverables. Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
* Monitor project budgets, forecast financial performance, and ensure that the project meets profitability targets.
* Complete all design and execution activities within the established programme timelines, carefully managing costs and resources to meet both client and organisational objectives.
* Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients to ensure their satisfaction and secure repeat business.
* Contribute to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities. Participate in presentations to potential clients and contribute to expanding HDR's market presence.
* Motivate and manage project teams, setting clear objectives, monitoring performance, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Support professional development through coaching and mentoring.
* Contribute as a senior member of our growing Melbourne team.
About You
* 10+ years of experience in designing, managing and delivering projects, with a strong focus on mission-critical infrastructure.
* Proven experience within the mission critical / data centre sector, demonstrating expertise in delivering complex projects.
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing project teams, contractors and third-party vendors.
* Skilled in project managing on-going projects, ensuring successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
* Strong leadership qualities and resource management skills.
* Demonstrated ability to establish rapport with clients, project teams and other stakeholders.
* Prior experience in leading teams, providing guidance, and fostering collaborative and high-performing work environments.
* Competent in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint) and other relevant software where required.
* Degree-level education (or equivalent) in a relevant field, with a focus on engineering, construction or project management.
* Chartered status, or ongoing pursuit if not already achieved.
* Good knowledge and use of appropriate project and design analysis software.
Why HDR?
Joining HDR means becoming part of a global company where your expertise and ideas matter. You'll work on innovative projects with a passionate team that is dedicated to pushing boundaries and delivering impactful results. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development. At HDR, you'll work alongside a talented and passionate team, sharing knowledge and solving complex challenges together.
If you're ready to lead world-class data centre projects and be part of a company that makes great things possible, we want to hear from you
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering
* 7 years related experience
* A minimum 2 years project management experience
* Professional Engineer (PE) license
* MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
* Demonstrated leadership 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:
Australia-VIC-Melbourne
Industry:
Building Engineering
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Building Electrical
Job Posting:
Apr 9, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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