Wastewater & Effluent Strategy Director

HDR; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 178,952 - 336,375; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a WTEM Business Class Director to lead the Wastewater Treatment and Effluent Management practice. You will direct technical capabilities, mentor staff, and drive strategic initiatives across HDR’s global teams.

The role emphasizes risk management, quality control, and collaboration with market sectors, operations, and university partners to advance WTEM capabilities. Significant travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading business class or professional services teams.
• Ability to manage diverse, multi-discipline groups.
• Commitment to quality and HDR values.

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 quality assurance processes.
• Oversee development and application of tools, standards, and techniques.
• Staff qualification and staffing through worksharing and mentorship.
• Support strategic planning, client development, and industry engagement.
• Monitor performance and guide action to meet goals.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Architecture or related field

Job description

HDR is seeking a WTEM Business Class Director to lead the Wastewater Treatment and Effluent Management practice. You will direct technical capabilities, mentor staff, and drive strategic initiatives across HDR’s global teams.

The role emphasizes risk management, quality control, and collaboration with market sectors, operations, and university partners to advance WTEM capabilities. Significant travel may be required.