BES Business Group Technology Director

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Hdr
HDR provides architecture, engineering, environmental, and construction services for infrastructure projects.
Lead technology strategy, roadmap, and team for BES consulting to drive digital delivery.
17 days ago ago
$183,530 - $262,185
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Walnut Creek, CA
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
What you would be doing
tech roadmap
talent recruitment
hardware needs
software solutions
workflow standards
stakeholder engagement
  • Develop and implement communication strategies to engage and tie the BES community of technology professionals together for connection, networking, idea and knowledge sharing.
  • Couple a market-centric, innovative, and technology-forward strategy to a pragmatic approach to implementation and appropriate risk management.
  • Works cooperatively with other business class directors, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class efforts
  • Develop strategies and support practice and professional discipline groups to foster technology talent collaboration and skills development.
  • Lead visioning for technology workforce of the future. Recruit, develop, and retain technology talent.
  • Work to identify programmatic hardware and software needs, such as high-powered computing and modeling, and work with corporate information technology to facilitate and implement solutions.
  • Partner with key stakeholders to identify and develop a network of Technical Experts/Subject Matter Experts as needed to support the HDR enterprise.
  • Elevate the state of the practice through thought leadership activities such as industry related awards, publishing articles, speaking engagements, leadership opportunities within societies and technical organizations.
  • Lead a team of technical experts within BES and facilitate development of a BES technology vision and roadmap that identifies, develops, implements, and monitors strategies for technology, and associated investments within the business group.
  • Develop and implement communication strategies to engage and inform critical BES stakeholders of technology program, including geographic leadership and market sector leadership.
  • Lead the team in developing and implementing standardized approaches and recommended practices for increased efficiency of technology related workflows and quality of delivery.
What you bring
8+ years
data architecture
numerical modeling
software development
bachelor's
team leadership
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience with at least 5 in the consulting Architecture & Engineering industry
  • Maintains a professional or Engineering registration and has related technical experience
  • Experience in data architecture, data management and well-versed in industry standards
  • Demonstrated ability to formulate and execute applied technology strategies, implementation plans, and foster lasting change within an organization.
  • Demonstrated understanding of a broad range of technologies and their applied delivery within the architectural-engineering sector.
  • Experience in numerical modeling, digital production, and data sciences
  • Experience evaluating technology, and software development and deployment
  • Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams to find solutions that advance projects and initiatives
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in related field
  • Experienced in development and management of diverse teams
  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, information science, systems administration, or similar related field.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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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.
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