Water Resources Strategy & Growth Leader

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

Job summary

HDR's Portland Water/Wastewater team seeks a visionary Drinking Water & Wastewater Market Sector Leader to shape the future of water resources in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. You will guide multi-discipline projects from planning through delivery, mentor staff, and strengthen client partnerships to expand HDR's presence.

Lead strategic pursuits, identify growth opportunities across municipal water markets, collaborate across HDR's national network, and represent HDR in professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, planning or a related field.
• 10+ years of industry experience.
• Experience developing and managing strategic marketing programs for planning/engineering services.
• Experience managing a range of client relationships and program/project pursuits.
• Experience staff development including recruiting and career growth.
• Active involvement with industry associations and market visibility.
• Ability to collaborate with Regional Market Sector Directors, Directors and Managers.
• Commitment to HDR values and employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead client development efforts and serve as trusted advisor to regional clients.
• Identify and pursue strategic growth opportunities across municipal water markets.
• Direct and oversee complex, multi-discipline water infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate across HDR groups to expand services and capabilities.
• Promote HDR's full suite of engineering, planning, and consulting services.
• Build relationships with industry partners and senior client leadership.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of water industry leaders.
• Advance technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Support project delivery, QA/QC, risk management, and operations performance.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams and regions.
• Represent HDR in industry organizations and conferences.

Skills

Strategic marketing

Client relationships

Staff development

Industry associations

Leadership collaboration

HDR culture

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering/planning or related field

Job description

HDR's Portland Water/Wastewater team seeks a visionary Drinking Water & Wastewater Market Sector Leader to shape the future of water resources in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. You will guide multi-discipline projects from planning through delivery, mentor staff, and strengthen client partnerships to expand HDR's presence.

Lead strategic pursuits, identify growth opportunities across municipal water markets, collaborate across HDR's national network, and represent HDR in professional