Water Infrastructure Leader: Dams & Levees

HDR, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an experienced Dams, Levees, and Civil Works Business Class Leader in Northern California (Folsom). The role leads a diverse, multidisciplinary team delivering planning through construction for water projects.

You will drive staff development, client partnerships, and technical excellence while aligning with HDR values and a collaborative employee-owned culture. The role emphasizes strategic planning, quality control, and effective communication with PSL and project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MS preferred and PE license highly valued.
• 10 years of experience in civil/Water/engineering consulting.
• Committed to quality, HDR values, and continuous improvement.
• Maintains professional registration and strong teaming capability.
• Experience directing multi-disciplinary teams and projects.
• Active involvement in professional associations to enhance HDR expertise.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate area activities and monitor technical competencies to meet client needs.
• Supervise staff, mentor teams, and manage workload and utilization.
• Promote technical excellence and share knowledge across groups.
• Ensure delivery of projects with quality assurance and risk management.
• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and program implementation.
• Support business development and client engagement on select projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Education

MS in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering

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

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking an experienced Dams, Levees, and Civil Works Business Class Leader in Northern California (Folsom). The role leads a diverse, multidisciplinary team delivering planning through construction for water projects.

You will drive staff development, client partnerships, and technical excellence while aligning with HDR values and a collaborative employee-owned culture. The role emphasizes strategic planning, quality control, and effective communication with PSL and project teams.