NC Water Business Group Construction Services Business Class Lead

HDR; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership programs

Inclusive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Construction Services Business Class Lead in North Carolina. The role involves overseeing municipal water construction projects and leading a Construction Services team. Ideal candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in construction oversight, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong communication and leadership skills. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on community water management and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in construction project oversight.
• Experience managing diverse teams effectively.
• Strong ability to thrive in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of municipal water construction projects.
• Lead Construction Services team and manage communications.
• Coordinate project designs and execution with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Construction documentation

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Prolog

Primavera

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. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

HDR is looking for a Construction Services Business Class Lead to join our North Carolina Water Business Group in either our Charlotte, Raleigh or Winston‑Salem office.

The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of progressive experience in the administration and oversight of construction projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of individual and a portfolio of construction projects of our growing municipal water business while coordinating and engaging directly with project, design, and client management teams working on the delivery of these projects. Construction projects could include water and wastewater treatment facilities and linear infrastructure projects.
• Lead our Construction Services team, which includes Construction Services Project Managers, Resident Project Representatives and Administrative Support.
• Must be comfortable in positions of authority, an effective communicator, self‑starter, organized, detail oriented, problem solver and capable of working in a team environment.
• Partner with our design teams and technical staff for the construction phase of projects to ensure the successful implementation of designs into installed infrastructure. This will include the coordination of submittal review, RFI response, change and field order documentation and issuance, resolution of construction claims, and day‑to‑day coordination with contractors on schedule and quality of work.
• Maintain continuous contact with clients and contractors regarding ongoing construction projects.
• May require occasional field construction inspection and frequent on‑site visits to active construction sites.
• This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of experience managing a team
• 15 years of experience in construction related field
• Experience with construction management software packages and Microsoft Office Suite, Prolog, Primavera, and related programs is preferred
• Excellent communication, leadership and planning skills, and ability to thrive in a team environment. Position requires very strong skills in working with contractors and administering the overall construction process
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• Hands on experience working with construction documentation
• Local candidates are preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field
• 10 years of experience
• Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
• Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience
• Experienced in development and management of diverse teams
• Works cooperatively with other area business class leaders, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class efforts
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States–North Carolina–Charlotte

Other Locations: United States–North Carolina–Raleigh, United States–North Carolina–Winston‑Salem

Industry: Water

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt

Job Posting: Mar 30, 2026

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, arrest and conviction records.