Director, Pump Stations & Pipelines Strategy

HDR; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 178,952 - 336,375; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a dynamic Business Class Director to lead the Pump Stations and Pipelines practice. The role oversees design programs, staff development, risk management, and client relationship activities across HDR’s markets and regions.

You will mentor leaders and shape technical strategy while advancing HDR’s water solutions portfolio. This senior leadership position emphasizes collaboration with market sectors, operations, and management to deliver high-impact projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in professional, architecture, engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of related experience.
• Professional registration in Architecture/Engineering for technical leadership roles.
• Experience leading diverse teams and collaborating across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Provide company-wide leadership of technical capabilities within the business class.
• Build close working relationships with related business classes, market sectors, business groups and operations.
• Lead technical risk management through process and resource reviews and advisory services.
• Drive quality assurance and control processes and coordinate with the Quality Manager.
• Oversee development and application of tools, standards, and techniques for service quality.
• Assign qualified staff to projects and manage workload across teams.
• Collaborate with market sector directors to develop strategic plans for the business class.
• Lead engaged research partnerships and industry collaborations to advance capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder collaboration

Water industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture or related field

Job description

HDR is seeking a dynamic Business Class Director to lead the Pump Stations and Pipelines practice. The role oversees design programs, staff development, risk management, and client relationship activities across HDR’s markets and regions.

You will mentor leaders and shape technical strategy while advancing HDR’s water solutions portfolio. This senior leadership position emphasizes collaboration with market sectors, operations, and management to deliver high-impact projects.