Coastal & Navigable Waterways Strategy Lead

HDR; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 111,720 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability and life insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee ownership

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Coastal & Navigable Waterways Practice Leader to oversee federal feasibility studies and coordinate with USACE and sponsors. You will manage staff, deliver complex navigational and environmental analyses, and drive client relationships across multiple locations.

This role requires a strong background in coastal engineering and professional licensure. We value an active employee-owned culture, with focus on leadership, collaboration and delivering high-quality projects in a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Coastal Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional registration preferred (PE, PTOE, PTP, PMP).
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
• 10+ years design/management experience in coastal engineering or planning.
• Knowledge of USACE permitting, marine regulations, and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead coastal and navigable waterways studies and manage staff.
• Deliver complex navigational, economic, and environmental analyses.
• Develop client relationships with sponsors and agencies.
• Coordinate with area leaders and pursue market opportunities.
• Represent HDR in professional organizations and communities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team coordination

Client relationship building

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Master’s degree in Coastal Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional engineering registration (PE/PEe)

Tools

USACE permitting knowledge

Job description

HDR is seeking a Coastal & Navigable Waterways Practice Leader to oversee federal feasibility studies and coordinate with USACE and sponsors. You will manage staff, deliver complex navigational and environmental analyses, and drive client relationships across multiple locations.

This role requires a strong background in coastal engineering and professional licensure. We value an active employee-owned culture, with focus on leadership, collaboration and delivering high-quality projects in a