Strategic Wastewater & Effluent Management Director

HDR, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 178,952 - 336,375; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a WTEM Business Class Director to lead technical capabilities across HDR's wastewater treatment portfolio. The role focuses on risk management, client engagement, and coordinating across market sectors, business groups, and operations to deliver high-impact water solutions.

The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration with university programs, and mentorship of technical staff, with travel up to 50% and a location-flexible setup within HDR's footprint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience leading a Business Class or Professional Services team.
• Proven ability to collaborate across directors, operations, and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical capabilities across the business class.
• Drive risk management and advisory services on projects.
• Mentor technical leaders and allocate staff to projects.
• Oversee QA/QC processes and tool development.
• Support strategic planning and client engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality improvement mindset

Employee-owned culture commitment

Education

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

Job description

HDR is seeking a WTEM Business Class Director to lead technical capabilities across HDR's wastewater treatment portfolio. The role focuses on risk management, client engagement, and coordinating across market sectors, business groups, and operations to deliver high-impact water solutions.

The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration with university programs, and mentorship of technical staff, with travel up to 50% and a location-flexible setup within HDR's footprint.