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DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' ' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward. You will be responsible for leading and growing the existing Wastewater Treatment and Effluent Management group for Washington. This role will support other projects in the area and work with the Water Business Group Manager, Market Sector Leads, and Client Development Lead on the development and implementation of technical and business development strategies. The work products in this area are broad and may include master planning through design and support during construction. Your primary duties will include supporting pursuits and opportunities with new and existing clients, mentoring staff, delivering projects, and growing the business portfolio. Providing leadership through mentoring, directing, and delegating to staff is a key component of the role as is maintaining focus on the execution of HDR’s growth strategy. As the Wastewater Treatment Business Class Lead (BCL) you will interface with regional and national technology leaders to advance local capabilities and may support national pursuits and project delivery efforts related to their expertise. Specifically, you will support project teams to pursue and complete wastewater projects including planning, permitting, condition assessment, and design. You will also be expected to engage in industry groups and conferences.Primary ResponsibilitiesWe'll count on you to participate and lead in the following areas:Staff DevelopmentSelect, train, develop, and manage technical personnel.Manage and develop multidisciplinary teams.Take responsibility for operations of production section including utilization, morale, quality control and marketing support.Implement, monitor, and support company policy.Supervise engineers and junior staff (assumed in the 2-6 person range).Technical ExcellenceFunction as a project manager and lead critical area and regional projects.Take responsibility for area coordination, monitoring and improvement of technical competencies of business class staff and products.See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management.Participate in delivery of project services to meet client expectations.Collaborate on business class efforts with area operations, marketing, project managers, and project delivery staff.Participate in business class practice and professional discipline groups, project teams and activities to continually improve standards and best practices, and implement effective quality assurance and quality control reviews.Conduct QC reviews where appropriate or assist technical teams in finding appropriate reviewers.Marketing and StrategyBe directly involved in marketing planning, proposals, and interviews.Participate in business class strategic planning, budgeting and plan implementation.Drive area initiatives that are relative to the business class.Perform other duties as neededPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree is a plus10+ years of experience in wastewater treatment or pipelines and pump station systemsActive engagement in professional or industry organizations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand both locally (e.g., PNCWA) and nationally (e.g., WRF) Proven leadership and mentoring skills that are necessary to grow and lead a business groupStrong technical background and experience in planning and design Ability to travel; must be able to visit each office with wastewater treatment staff and visit Bellevue for leadership and key meetings, as needed Strong active listening and communication skillsQualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field 10 years of experience Committed to quality, improvement and HDR valuesMaintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience Experienced in development and management of diverse teams Works cooperatively with other area business class leaders, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class efforts An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Job Field: WaterSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular

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