Senior Value Engineering & Risk Strategy Lead

HDR; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 127,020 - 217,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Parental leave

Holidays

Retirement savings with employer match

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Value Engineer & Project Risk Management Lead who will assist the Value Engineering/Risk Director in developing strategic visions, tactical plans, hiring, workshare management, and project support. The role will lead VE and risk workshops nationwide, support business development, and collaborate with multiple HDR business groups.

The role is location-agnostic but HDR prefers a site with significant HDR presence; travel averages 50%, with monthly variations between 25% and 75%.

Qualifications

• CVS with six+ years leading VE workshops on major infrastructure projects, or a PE license with six+ years leading CSRA workshops.
• Maintain client relationships with public agencies or private entities, demonstrating a track record of success.
• Experience developing and managing strategic marketing programs.
• Experience managing a wide range of client relationships and specific program or project pursuits.
• Active in industry associations with a visible profile in transportation and related markets.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with client managers, technical directors, business group directors, and operations staff.
• Commitment to HDR values and employee-owned culture.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must possess a driver’s license, a U.S. passport, or ability to acquire one.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Value Engineering/Risk Director in creating strategic visions and tactical plans.
• Participate in hiring, manage workshare and project assignments, and provide direct project support during VE and risk workshops.
• Collaborate with Business Groups, Market Sectors, and Business Classes to support client project needs.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal support, staffing assignments, and sub‑consultant identification.
• Travel nationally to engage in workshops and client activities.

Skills

PE license

CVS certification

VE workshop leadership

CSRA workshop delivery

Strategic marketing

Client relationship management

Industry associations presence

Driver's license / US passport

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

HDR is seeking a Value Engineer & Project Risk Management Lead who will assist the Value Engineering/Risk Director in developing strategic visions, tactical plans, hiring, workshare management, and project support. The role will lead VE and risk workshops nationwide, support business development, and collaborate with multiple HDR business groups.

The role is location-agnostic but HDR prefers a site with significant HDR presence; travel averages 50%, with monthly variations between 25% and 75%.