About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

HDR has an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced water industry professional to serve in a leadership position as our Missouri/Kansas Water Business Group Project Delivery Leader (PDL). As PDL, you will report to the Missouri/Kansas Water Business Group Manager (BGM) and work alongside the BGM to provide project review oversight and management of highly strategic projects across all five of the offices within Missouri and Kansas (Kansas City, St Louis, Columbia, Springfield, and Forsyth). You will collaborate closely with HDR's Water Market Services Leads (Drinking Water, Wastewater, Water Resource Management, and Federal Water) to transition strategic initiatives for business development into successful project delivery within the Missouri/Kansas Area. You will serve as the Principal In Charge, Project Sponsor, or Client Manager for critical projects delivered within Missouri and Kansas, responsible for coordinating staffing and technical resources with service leaders throughout HDR.

As PDL, you will collaborate closely with Area water leadership to advance the technical delivery, career path development, and mentorship of area staff. Your direct reports may include local program managers, project managers, commercial managers, and collaborative delivery leads. In addition to your primary responsibilities as summarized below, the PDL will be responsible for collaborating on technical delivery and business development for cross-business group opportunities with HDR's Transportation, Resources, Architecture, and Building Engineering Systems business groups. You will also support recruiting efforts to attract and retain eminent talent for our local program.

• Develop project management skills for staff across all Area offices (Kansas City, St Louis, Springfield, Columbia, and Forsyth)
• Provide project management team organization and leadership for projects across Area offices
• Perform project reviews focusing on delivery oversight, financials, schedule, quality, and project staffing
• Coordinate with market sector leaders on technical staff assignments for projects across Area offices and workshare management with HDR Areas outside of Missouri and Kansas
• Perform delegated matrix of authority (MOA) responsibilities from BGM
• Support Area project management processes focusing on removing barriers to execution to support the successful and effective delivery of HDR projects
• Help serve as a champion for cross Business Group efforts
• Actively participate in recruiting efforts for the Area WBG program.

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Required Qualifications

• BS in a relevant Engineering field (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental).
• Minimum 10 years' progressive experience in a role focused on understanding and solving client issues in the area's water, wastewater, and federal water regulatory, planning, and design practice.
• History of successful project and/or program management with a focus on technical delivery and project leadership.
• History of successful leadership of major BD campaigns and understanding of the framework and tools used to understand our client's needs and develop winning strategies, and marketing materials.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating client relationships to win pursuits and execute projects, especially in the local markets.
• Success in initiating and managing growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A team-first collaborative attitude.
• Self-motivated requiring minimal oversight.
• Well organized with multi-tasking skills.
• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines.
• Well-developed analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with design and construction teams positively and proactively.
• Document control experience (ProjectWise a plus).
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in relevant Engineering fields (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental) preferred.
• Missouri and/or Kansas PE (demonstrated ability to obtain by comity within 6 months of hire is acceptable).
• Prior wastewater, drinking water, or water resources management consulting experience preferred.
• Local candidates are preferred.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.