Director, Pump Stations & Pipelines – Strategic Leader

HDR; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 178,952 - 336,375; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a highly experienced Business Class Director (Pump Stations and Pipelines) to lead technical capabilities, risk management, and staffing across multiple projects. This role partners with market sectors, operations, and leadership to deliver complex pump stations, pipelines, and tunnel design programs.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years in the field, and registration. Travel up to 50% is possible as HDR supports broad geographic work across its US locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or closely related field required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a related field.
• Professional or Architecture/Engineering registration required for technical leadership roles.
• Experience leading diverse teams and collaborating across functions.
• Commitment to HDR values and employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide company-wide leadership of technical capabilities within the business class.
• Coordinate with related business classes, market sectors, and operations.
• Manage technical risk through reviews and advisory services on projects.
• Drive quality assurance and control across programs and teams.
• Oversee development and application of tools, standards, and techniques.
• Staff projects with qualified personnel and optimize resource use.
• Develop strategic plans with market sector directors and leadership.
• Lead engagement with universities and industry groups to advance capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Quality mindset

Employee ownership culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering or related field

Tools

Professional/Architecture/Engineering registration

Job description

HDR is seeking a highly experienced Business Class Director (Pump Stations and Pipelines) to lead technical capabilities, risk management, and staffing across multiple projects. This role partners with market sectors, operations, and leadership to deliver complex pump stations, pipelines, and tunnel design programs.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years in the field, and registration. Travel up to 50% is possible as HDR supports broad geographic work across its US locations.