Receptionist

HDR, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Receptionist to be the friendly first point of contact in our Chicago office. You will answer and direct calls, greet visitors, prepare memos, and support the admin team with routine word processing and filing.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking ability, and discretion in handling confidential information, all within HDR’s employee-owned culture. This is a full-time on-site position in Chicago.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented professional, ability to multitask a must
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and various managers in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct phone calls, deliver messages, greet employees and visitors, schedule conference calls, and distribute incoming faxes and mail
• Complete word processing for letters, memos, reports, labels and other documents as needed
• Order supplies and file as needed
• Assist administrative staff as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Multitasking

Confidential info handling

Education

High School diploma

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?

At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

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.

In the role of Receptionist, we'll count on you to:

• Answer and direct phone calls, deliver messages, greet employees and visitors, schedule conference calls, and distribute incoming faxes and mail
• Complete word processing for letters, memos, reports, labels and other documents as needed
• Order supplies and file as needed
• Assist administrative staff as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented professional, ability to multitask a must
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and various managers in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe

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.

Our Commitment

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-Illinois-Chicago

Industry

Administrative

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Marketing and Admin

Job Posting

Oct 22, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

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We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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