Wastewater & Effluent Management Director: Lead Change

HDR; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 178,952 - 336,375; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership benefits

Job summary

HDR seeks a WTEM Business Class Director to lead wastewater treatment program efforts, manage risk, and guide strategic growth across HDR’s Water Business Group. The role emphasizes collaboration with market sectors, regions, and operations to deliver high-quality projects.

The position requires strong leadership, 10+ years’ experience in related fields, and professional registration. Travel up to 50% is expected in a dynamic, employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in related field.
• Core leadership role requires professional registration in Architecture/Engineering (where applicable).
• Ability to lead diverse teams and collaborate with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide company-wide leadership of technical capabilities within the business class.
• Coordinate with related business classes, market sectors and operations.
• Lead technical risk management and ensure project quality.
• Drive QA/QC processes with the Quality Manager.
• Oversee development of tools, standards, and techniques for service quality.
• Mentor technical leaders and oversee staffing for projects.
• Participate in client development and industry organizations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Professional/Architecture/Engineering

Professional/Engineering registration

Job description

HDR seeks a WTEM Business Class Director to lead wastewater treatment program efforts, manage risk, and guide strategic growth across HDR’s Water Business Group. The role emphasizes collaboration with market sectors, regions, and operations to deliver high-quality projects.

The position requires strong leadership, 10+ years’ experience in related fields, and professional registration. Travel up to 50% is expected in a dynamic, employee-owned culture.