Drinking Water Business Class Lead

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR seeks a leader to drive the Drinking Water Business Class within its Water Group. You will manage staff, develop client opportunities, and steer projects to successful outcomes while upholding HDR’s standards for quality, innovation, and sustainability.

The role emphasizes staff development, cross‑functional collaboration, and strategic planning to advance HDR’s water market leadership. A seasoned leader with a strong track record in water projects is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Professional, Architecture, Engineering, or closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Professional registration with related technical experience.
• Experience managing diverse teams.
• Collaborative approach with area leaders, operations managers, technical directors, and marketing.
• Active participation in HDR’s employee‑owned culture is mandatory.
• Commitment to quality, improvement, and HDR values.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Drinking Water Business Class and manage staff performance, recruitment, and morale.
• Plan and execute multi‑discipline projects and lead client development.
• Ensure profitability, budget compliance, and allocate resources appropriately.
• Maintain QA/QC and project reporting standards.
• Collaborate with area operations, marketing, and project management on business class initiatives.
• Engage in industry conferences and partner associations.

Skills

Staff leadership

Business development

Project management

Client relations

Budgeting & oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Architecture or related field

Professional registration (PE/RA)

Job description

Drinking Water Business Class Lead

As part of HDR’s Water Business Group, you will help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. You will lead the Drinking Water Business Class, managing staff, driving business development, and ensuring project success while upholding HDR’s commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff performance, recruitment, development, and morale.
• Plan and execute multi‑discipline projects and lead client development.
• Ensure profitability, budget compliance, and appropriate resource allocation.
• Maintain QA/QC and project reporting standards.
• Collaborate with area operations, marketing, and project management on business class initiatives.
• Engage in industry conferences, partner associations, and professional practice groups.
• Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, and plan implementation.
• Commit to HDR values and continuous improvement.
• Act as a team player on integrated project teams.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active involvement in professional or industry associations.
• Proven success in water market sector business development.
• Excellent client relations and business development skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering, or closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Commitment to quality, improvement, and HDR values.
• Professional or engineering registration with related technical experience.
• Experience managing diverse teams.
• Collaborative approach with area business class leaders, operations managers, technical directors, and marketing.
• Active participation in HDR’s employee‑owned culture is mandatory.

Location

United States – Missouri – Kansas City

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records. HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.