Hdr
HDR provides architecture, engineering, environmental, and construction services for infrastructure projects.
Lead mechanical team, drive technical excellence, client engagement, and business growth.
3 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Engineering
Construction services
Environmental services
Urban planning
Project Management
Design
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Architecture
Asset Management
Coastal Engineering & Restoration
Commissioning & Operations
Economics & Finance
Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Healthcare
Role
Description
team leadership
design lead
project management
quality control
client engagement
proposal support
The role involves leading the mechanical team, collaborating with market leaders, engaging clients and stakeholders, supporting marketing and proposal efforts, promoting HDR’s practice, and overseeing project delivery and operational quality.
- Lead the Nebraska/Iowa mechanical engineering team, driving technical excellence, quality, recruiting, and staff development.
- Collaborate with market sector leaders to ensure excellence across commercial, civic, industrial, federal, water, transportation, healthcare, education, laboratory, and mission‑critical projects.
- Engage clients and community stakeholders to build relationships and understand project needs.
- Contribute to marketing, planning, proposal development, and interview processes in key markets.
- Promote HDR’s mechanical engineering practice within the engineering and architecture community through conferences and client interactions.
- Serve as design lead or engineering project manager on major projects.
- Oversee mechanical workgroup operations, including profitability, morale, quality control, and staff development.
- Ensure all work follows proactive project‑management processes: planning, organization, control, review, and evaluation.
- Implement and monitor company policies across the mechanical practice.
- Collaborate with business class directors, operations managers, technical directors, and marketing managers on business initiatives.
- Participate in nationwide work‑sharing and mechanical practice development with HDR engineers.
- Active involvement in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR’s technical expertise and brand.
Requirements
engineering degree
professional registration
10 years
team leadership
mechanical focus
local residency
Candidates must hold at least a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline, possess a professional engineering license, have ten years of experience, and demonstrate a proven record of leading diverse teams while embodying HDR’s commitment to quality and its employee‑owned culture; a master’s degree and local residency are preferred.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field (master’s preferred).
- Maintain a professional engineering registration and have at least 10 years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing diverse engineering teams.
- Preference for candidates with a master’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering with a mechanical focus and local residency.
Benefits
At HDR, we pride ourselves on an inclusive, employee‑owned culture where every voice is valued and individuals are encouraged to bring their authentic selves and innovative ideas to work each day.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1917
Year Founded
The company was established in 1917, marking the beginning of its journey as a leader in engineering and construction.
Over 100 years
Years of Expertise
HDR has accumulated over a century of experience, contributing to its extensive portfolio of innovative projects.
Thousands
Projects Completed
HDR has successfully delivered thousands of projects, showcasing its expertise across various industries.
- provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment.
- combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach.
- designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings.
- iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.
Culture + Values
- We embrace the diverse perspectives of people with a passion for making a difference.
- Our people are the heart of HDR.
- We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
- We care about making an impact on the communities we serve.
- We strive to push the boundaries of what’s possible in every project we take on.
Environment + Sustainability
2035
Net Zero Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by this year.
- Aim to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions across all office locations.
- Design and engineering solutions focus on sustainability, utilizing renewable energy, water efficiency, and sustainable materials.
- Approach to sustainable infrastructure includes climate resilience and long-term environmental stewardship.
- Measure environmental impact through energy reduction goals, resource conservation, and sustainable design initiatives.
Inclusion & Diversity
30% Women
Representation in Leadership Roles
Women comprise 30% of leadership roles, reflecting progress in gender diversity at the executive level.
- Focuses on recruitment strategies for underrepresented groups to increase workforce diversity.
- Offers diversity-focused mentorship programs to support career development among diverse employees.
- Committed to building an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong.