Colorado Mechanical Business Class Leader

HDR; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Business Class Lead in Denver, Colorado. The role involves leading a team of mechanical and plumbing engineers, focusing on various sectors like healthcare and industrial projects. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and over 10 years of experience in building mechanical engineering. The position also includes business development, mentoring staff, and ensuring project goals and quality standards are met. Comprehensive benefits and a commitment to an inclusive workplace are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in building mechanical engineering.
• Professional or engineering registration with relevant experience.
• Ability to manage diverse engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical/plumbing team and develop strategic vision.
• Motivate the team to achieve goals and maintain client relationships.
• Serve as Project Manager and ensure project standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Mentoring

Team Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

About HDR

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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and in our communities, consistently asking how we can create a positive impact on the world. Water is more than a resource—it’s a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come by delivering safe drinking water, treating wastewater responsibly, developing sustainable water supplies, and protecting lives and property through flood control.

Role Overview

HDR is currently seeking a Mechanical Business Class Lead to lead a team of building mechanical and plumbing engineers and designers in complex architectural and engineering projects across multiple market sectors, including Healthcare, Education, Science, Water/Wastewater, Federal Government, and Industrial. This key leadership role is located in Denver, CO and works closely with our integrated Architecture/Engineering practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership to the mechanical/plumbing team: attract, recruit, retain, and develop talent.
• Develop and communicate the team’s strategic vision in collaboration with other engineering and architecture leaders.
• Motivate and inspire the team to achieve ambitious goals and deliver high‑quality designs.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external clients and stakeholders.
• Lead business development activities, including marketing, proposals, and client interviews.
• Mentor staff, guide training and professional development, and conduct annual performance reviews.
• Serve as Project Manager and/or Mechanical Lead on selected projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards are met.
• Coordinate mechanical/plumbing production work with other disciplines on an integrated architecture/engineering team.
• Participate in design reviews with governing agencies for code compliance.
• Conduct schematic, design development, and contract document work sessions; provide technical guidance on active projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a closely related professional field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in building mechanical engineering.
• Professional or engineering registration with relevant technical experience.
• Track record of leading and managing diverse engineering teams.
• Strong business sense and ability to work cooperatively with business class leaders, operations managers, technical directors, and marketing managers.
• Commitment to HDR values, quality, continuous improvement, and employee‑owned culture.

Benefits

HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Location

Denver, Colorado, United States

Employment Details

Full‑time, Regular employee status, Senior level. EEO: HDR is an affirmative‑action, equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of criminal history, arrest, or conviction records.