Maritime Waterways Practice Leader

HDR; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, an employee-owned firm, seeks a Coastal & Navigable Waterways Practice Leader in the Transportation group to guide federal feasibility studies and oversee complex navigational, environmental, and economic analyses. You will lead staff, manage programs, and coordinate with sponsors, agencies, and HDR leaders to deliver high-impact waterfront projects on time and within budget.

You will develop client relationships, advance HDR’s standards, and represent HDR in professional organizations,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Coastal Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional registrations (PE, PTOE, PTP, PMP) preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 15+ years of coastal engineering/planning experience.
• Knowledge of USACE permitting, USCG rules, and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead companywide Coastal & Navigable Waterways practice to oversee studies and staff.
• Develop and implement market strategies with Area Business Development Leaders.
• Manage projects to deliver navigational, economic, and environmental studies on time and within budget.
• Maintain quality standards and promote HDR's technical excellence.
• Represent HDR at professional organizations and develop client relationships.

Skills

Coastal engineering

Project management

USACE permitting

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Coastal Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

HDR, an employee-owned firm, seeks a Coastal & Navigable Waterways Practice Leader in the Transportation group to guide federal feasibility studies and oversee complex navigational, environmental, and economic analyses. You will lead staff, manage programs, and coordinate with sponsors, agencies, and HDR leaders to deliver high-impact waterfront projects on time and within budget.

You will develop client relationships, advance HDR’s standards, and represent HDR in professional organizations,