Site Solutions Team Lead

HDR, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Site Solutions Team Lead in North Carolina to lead site due diligence, land development, and permitting tasks for critical projects.

You will coordinate with internal teams, present proposals to clients, and guide field crews while leveraging AutoCAD Civil 3D for concept drawings. Local candidates preferred, travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years environmental experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Support site due diligence and data center/industrial site work.
• Lead site visits and field reconnaissance with HDR staff and clients.
• Coordinate with multiple internal teams on each project.
• Present projects in zoning hearings and represent HDR professionally.
• Oversee preliminary concept drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D with minimal supervision.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Coordination & leadership

Communication skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or closely related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

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?

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.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it\'s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR\'s Building Engineering Services Group, you\'ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you\'re optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn\'t just a job, it\'s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Position

HDR is is looking for a Site Solutions Team Lead to assist with site due diligence and site selection in North Carolina. The ideal candidate will have a background in a variety of areas, including land development permitting, utility coordination, site design, and land use planning.

In the role of Site Solutions Team Lead, we\'ll count on you to:

• Support a variety of projects including due diligence and supporting work for data centers, industrial sites and power facilities.
• Have experience in zoning hearings and be able to present projects and represent HDR in a professional manner. Client interaction is an integral part of the position.
• Lead site visit in field reconnaissance of projects with other HDR staff and clients.
• Coordinate with multiple internal teams as required on each project.
• Be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be proficient in civil engineering concepts such as topographic design, land development standards along with state and municipal review processes.
• Have an interest in working on a variety of projects and be able to coordinate between multiple groups and have excellent communication skills.
• Be familiar with AutoCAD Civil 3D, and lead team members in creating preliminary concept drawings with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years\' technical and/or field experience in complex site civil and/or environmental planning projects
• Experience with local planning organizations and the ability to present projects in quasi-judicial proceedings
• Ability and interest to work on various types of projects and perform multiple roles depending upon the project need
• The position will require up to 20 percent travel based on clients schedules
• Experience with data center development
• Site Due Diligence background
• Land development background
• Experience creating erosion control plans

Local candidates are preferred

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Environmental Science or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years environmental experience
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving and research abilities
• 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.

Job Details

• Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte
• Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville
• Industry: Building Engineering
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Environmental Sci and Planning
• Job Posting: Feb 16, 2026