Southern California Wastewater Market Sector Leader

About HDR

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As an industry leader in the wastewater market, ranked #7 by ENR, HDR partners with clients to support the development and implementation of water management strategies across the complete hydrological cycle.

Our mission is to assist clients with the myriad of challenges they face, helping them navigate changing regulations, aging infrastructure, increased nutrient loadings, and customer concerns. From wastewater treatment and conveyance to establishing regular maintenance procedures, we are here to partner with clients and the communities they serve. We constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each role in our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.

About the Role

HDR has an excellent career opportunity for a Wastewater Market Sector Leader passionate about protecting public health and understanding the "One Water" concept. This role exists to set the vision and strategy for the Southern California program, expanding research, planning, design, and engineering services for wastewater agencies, related clients, and research organizations.

In this collaborative position, you will work with local and national leadership to advance local capabilities and support strategic wastewater projects across the company. You will interface with regional and national technology and market sector leaders, engaging in industry associations and forums to take leadership roles, including committee participation and conference presentations. You will also encourage your team to actively contribute to professional organizations and publications.

As a client manager for select agencies, you will serve as a pursuit champion, identifying and developing new project opportunities. You may act as Principal in charge, Project Manager, Technical Lead, and/or Quality Manager on projects ranging from studies and master planning to design and facility optimization. Additionally, you will support HDR's One Water Institute by leading or participating in applied research projects, such as those with the Water Research Foundation.

Career growth potential exists in multiple areas across the Southern California region and/or nationally along operations, technical, and client development paths. Key to this role is connecting with and contributing to the communities and organizations that drive the future of the wastewater industry.

Our Culture and Commitment

HDR 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.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered. 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.

How to Apply

Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. To learn more about our story, visit: hdrinc.com