Hdr
HDR provides architecture, engineering, environmental, and construction services for infrastructure projects.
Lead technical competency, quality, and profitability for HDR's Building Engineering Services group.
18 hours ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 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
technical training
project operations
qa/qc
digital delivery
process improvement
fee review
- Develop and improve technical competencies of Business Group staff to meet client needs.
- Oversee daily project operations, management reviews, financials, and profitability.
- Supervise cross‑sector leads to provide critical value, growth, delivery, and risk reduction.
- Lead development and training of area staff in technical and business skills.
- Coordinate workload projections and sharing with other Business Groups or Areas.
- Implement QA/QC program activities for continuous improvement.
- Assign experienced reviewers and monitor project QC review activities.
- Drive continuous improvement through technical standards, procedures, best practices, and lessons learned.
- Participate in project reviews and support management of claims and losses.
- Review hiring needs, requisitions, and offers as delegated.
- Contribute to pursuit teaming, staffing discussions, and fee development.
- Partner with Market Sector Leaders and Project Delivery Leader.
- Oversee technical and digital delivery evolution with subject matter experts.
- Streamline business processes in line with corporate policy and MOA.
- Ensure implementation of quality standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with Area operations, market sectors, business classes, and delivery leaders.
- Review and approve fee proposals as delegated.
- Support communication and coordination across business groups.
- Work closely with the Area Professional Services Lead.
Requirements
pe license
15+ years
leadership
bachelor's
local market
collaboration
- Minimum 15 years of experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of the local market.
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
- Active professional or engineering registration.
- Proven experience leading diverse teams and commitment to quality and HDR values.
- Active participation in professional or industry associations.
- Ability to collaborate with regional/local office managers and various business leaders.
- Demonstrated commitment to employee‑owned culture.
Benefits
- Champion BGX opportunities.
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.