North Central Environmental Strategy & Planning Leader

HDR; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is hiring a North Central Region Environmental Sciences and Planning Leader to provide leadership and direction for environmental services across the North Central U.S. With over 110 professionals across 13 offices, this role combines strategic, operational, and people leadership to drive delivery excellence.

The Regional Leader works with Area Operations Managers, Business Group Leadership, and Cross-Sector Directors, traveling as needed to align initiatives and foster staff development and

Qualifications

• Experience leading environmental science and planning teams across multiple markets.
• Ability to translate strategy into actionable programs.
• Strong communication and people leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for environmental services across HDR North Central region.
• Drive collaboration with operations, business groups, and cross‑sector teams.
• Develop staff and contribute to business growth.
• Travel periodically across the region.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Environmental services

Job description

HDR is hiring a North Central Region Environmental Sciences and Planning Leader to provide leadership and direction for environmental services across the North Central U.S. With over 110 professionals across 13 offices, this role combines strategic, operational, and people leadership to drive delivery excellence.

The Regional Leader works with Area Operations Managers, Business Group Leadership, and Cross-Sector Directors, traveling as needed to align initiatives and foster staff development and