NC Biosolids Project Lead

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Biosolids Project Lead in Raleigh, North Carolina. This role involves collaborating with professionals to manage and deliver biosolids projects, ensuring sustainable water management practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 10 years of industry experience, and leadership skills. Candidates with a Master's degree and PE licensure are preferred. The position offers an inclusive work culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10 years of biosolids water industry experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Experience managing projects and client relationships.
• Ability to interact with design professionals.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leaders to deliver biosolids services.
• Participate in client management and presentations.
• Engage in project risk assessments and proposals.
• Provide project delivery support including technical consulting.
• Mentor and develop other employees.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Client relationship management

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking what impact we have on the world.

Each and every role in our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come, delivering safe drinking water, treating wastewater responsibly, developing sustainable water supplies, and protecting lives and property through flood control. Your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

HDR is looking for a Biosolids Project Lead to join our North Carolina Water Business Group. This position will collaborate with and leverage HDR staff across the company and teaming partners to develop solutions for our clients. The primary duties of this position will include pursuing, planning, managing, and delivering all aspects of biosolids projects. Key responsibilities are:

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with HDR technical leaders, operations leaders, market sector directors, project managers, and project teams to deliver world‑class quality biosolids services.
• Participate in client relationship management, client presentations, conference presentations, and interviews.
• Actively engage with local project teams and assist in Go/No‑Go discussions, project risk assessments, SOQs, proposals, interviews, and negotiations as required.
• Participate in scope, schedule, and budget development for biosolids projects.
• Provide project delivery support including planning, engineering, technical consulting, design reviews, and construction services.
• Actively participate in WEF and NC One Water.
• Mentor and develop other employees.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or a similar combination of relevant education and experience.
• 10 years of biosolids water industry experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Strong leadership skills and project management experience with multiple national remote teams is preferred.
• Proven experience managing projects, client relationships, proposal development, and business development.
• Self‑starter with excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and conferencing platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.).
• Familiar with estimating and scheduling software, project management software.
• Ability to interact with various design professionals, with excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Current WEF and/or NC One Water involvement.
• Local candidates or those willing to relocate are preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 7 years related experience with a minimum of 2 years project management experience.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• MS Office and MS Project experience (Access experience would be plus).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Employment Equity

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

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