National Decarbonization & Net‑Zero Strategy Lead

HDR, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a National Decarbonization & Carbon Management Lead to drive the growth of its Sustainability and Resiliency practice.

You will provide technical leadership for GHG accounting, decarbonization planning, net-zero strategies, climate disclosure, and carbon management services across HDR. Reporting to the Sustainability & Resilience Cross Sector Director, you will collaborate with business groups, pursue major opportunities, build client relationships, and mentor staff while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Planning, Sciences, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
• At least 15 years of experience in related field.
• Professional engineering registration preferred if applicable.
• Experience leading diverse teams and cross‑sector collaboration.
• Willingness to travel to HDR offices and global clients.
• Strong knowledge of GHG accounting, decarbonization methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead Sustainability and Resiliency Practice and drive growth.
• Provide technical leadership for GHG inventories and decarbonization roadmaps.
• Mentor staff and develop capabilities across HDR's practice.
• Develop proposals, manage projects, and pursue strategic opportunities.
• Establish technical standards and QA/QC procedures.

Skills

Staff management

Travel willingness

GHG inventory

Decarbonization planning

Climate disclosure

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Sciences, Engineering or closely related field

Professional engineering registration (if applicable)

Job description

HDR, Inc. seeks a National Decarbonization & Carbon Management Lead to drive the growth of its Sustainability and Resiliency practice.

You will provide technical leadership for GHG accounting, decarbonization planning, net-zero strategies, climate disclosure, and carbon management services across HDR. Reporting to the Sustainability & Resilience Cross Sector Director, you will collaborate with business groups, pursue major opportunities, build client relationships, and mentor staff while