WWEM Business Class Director: Lead Water Solutions

HDR; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 178,952 - 336,375; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a WTEM Business Class Director to lead the wastewater and effluent management program, directing risk management, staffing, and project delivery across multiple disciplines and regions. The role emphasizes strategic planning, client engagement, and technical excellence to raise HDR’s practice.

You will mentor senior engineers, oversee quality control, pursue research collaborations, and contribute to industry presence through professional organizations while aligning with HDR’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a related field.
• Professional registration in Architecture/Engineering preferred for leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide company-wide leadership of technical capabilities within the business class.
• Build relationships with related business classes, market sectors, and operations.
• Lead technical risk management through reviews and advisory services.
• Drive QA/QC processes and coordinate with Quality Manager.
• Oversee development of technical tools, standards, and techniques.
• Assign qualified staff to projects and manage workload allocation.
• Develop strategic plans with market sector directors and leadership.
• Lead applied research and engagement with industry organizations.
• Maintain relationships with university programs for workforce development.
• Facilitate teamwork across offices and departments.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Risk management

Staff development

Technical oversight

Strategic planning

Education

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

Job description

HDR is seeking a WTEM Business Class Director to lead the wastewater and effluent management program, directing risk management, staffing, and project delivery across multiple disciplines and regions. The role emphasizes strategic planning, client engagement, and technical excellence to raise HDR’s practice.

You will mentor senior engineers, oversee quality control, pursue research collaborations, and contribute to industry presence through professional organizations while aligning with HDR’s