Water Services Director, Professional Practice Lead

HDR; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time away

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Water Business Group Professional Services Director to provide executive leadership for quality, project delivery and professional practice. Reporting to the WBG President, this role aligns technical practice groups across a matrix organization to deliver high-quality outcomes.

You will partner with operations, market sectors and technical leaders to advance technical excellence, develop future leaders and foster collaboration across regions.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in professional services management and delivery
• Experience leading technical teams and practice areas
• Active involvement with industry associations and HDR cultures

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate quality assurance and delivery practices
• Drive continuous improvement and risk management initiatives
• Partner with operations, market sectors and technical leaders
• Support recruiting, staffing and professional development

Skills

Executive leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Staff development

Quality assurance

Risk management

Continuous improvement

Job description

HDR is seeking a Water Business Group Professional Services Director to provide executive leadership for quality, project delivery and professional practice. Reporting to the WBG President, this role aligns technical practice groups across a matrix organization to deliver high-quality outcomes.

You will partner with operations, market sectors and technical leaders to advance technical excellence, develop future leaders and foster collaboration across regions.