Drinking Water Growth Director

HDR; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 176,000 - 315,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Drinking Water Market Sector Business Development Director to lead the development and implementation of growth strategies across HDR geographies, coordinating with Market Sector and Regional leadership, operational leadership, client managers and Business Class Directors. This role drives top-line growth and alignment of initiatives with HDR's water services portfolio.

The position reports to the Director of Market Sector Development and collaborates across HDR's Drinking Water

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years relevant industry experience
• Demonstrated self-starter with a history of completing projects with limited oversight
• Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry's standard approach to procurement of professional services
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others
• Demonstrated ability to build a network of clients and industry partners
• Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies
• Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in-person
• Demonstrated experience in growing programs in new or highly competitive markets
• Demonstrated experience in winning high-value contracts in the A/E/C industry
• Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of strategic drinking water initiatives across HDR geographies
• Promote client development and pursue opportunities with HDR Drinking Water clients
• Support international growth initiatives in Canada, UK, and Australia
• Develop relationships with senior leadership and industry counterparts
• Provide guidance on pursuit strategies, technical differentiation, and content for proposals
• Mentor staff and drive technical excellence within the Drinking Water MS
• Engage with industry associations to strengthen HDR's market position
• Identify key investments to maintain HDR leadership in drinking water

Job description

HDR is seeking a Drinking Water Market Sector Business Development Director to lead the development and implementation of growth strategies across HDR geographies, coordinating with Market Sector and Regional leadership, operational leadership, client managers and Business Class Directors. This role drives top-line growth and alignment of initiatives with HDR's water services portfolio.

The position reports to the Director of Market Sector Development and collaborates across HDR's Drinking Water