Project Manager, Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering

About Us

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time‑sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry‑recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states.

With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights‑of‑way.

In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.

A Project Manager at HBK Engineering leads and directs multidisciplinary teams in the design, analysis, and constructability of utility systems, with a specific focus on overseeing projects utilizing Ameren Heavy Underground standards. Based primarily out of the Kansas City or St. Louis offices, this executive‑level role involves identifying project risks, developing mitigation strategies, and solving complex engineering and construction issues. The position requires comprehensive oversight of multiple programs, fostering high‑level client relationships, and the strategic mentorship and evaluation of direct reports and organizational resources.

• Lead a project team consisting of engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in the design, modification, analysis, and constructability of new and existing utility systems.
• Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble‑shouting, and solving a wide variety of engineering and construction‑related issues.
• Coordinate utility design and relocation efforts on behalf of utility infrastructure owners.
• Oversee projects specifically utilizing Ameren Heavy Underground standards, practices, and scopes of work.
• Prepare, review, and/or approve proposals, contracts, or cost estimates.
• Act as a team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work.
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner while meeting client requirements.
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by the project team.
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub‑consultants and clients.
• Adhere to Safety initiatives as needed by the organization, including specific safety precautions for manhole inventory and fielding practices.
• Assist in the management, development, mentorship, and evaluation of resources within the organization.
• Train project coordinators and senior project coordinators.
• Travel as needed; please note that the Kansas City and St. Louis offices are the preferred locations for this role. Candidates located outside of these areas will require a significant amount of additional travel.
• Control expenditures to meet budget allocations.
• Create proposals in a coordinated effort with and under the direction of project team leadership, contractors, and other key team members.
• Lead project teams through the completion of project financial accruals and forecasts.
• Identify and resolve project/program…