System Protection and Studies Team Lead

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.HDR Engineering is looking for a System Protection and Studies (SPS) Team Lead to join and lead our growing Minnesota/Wisconsin Power Delivery team and program.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe primary duties of the SPS Team Lead are to supervise, lead, and grow an SPS team in the Minnesota/Wisconsin area and oversee execution of SPS projects performed by the local team(s) to deliver world class services to clients in the region and across the global Power Delivery practice. Services will primarily include system protection and transmission and/or distribution planning work but may also include substation services. The Team Lead will manage and participate in individual projects within their technical expertise.Specific duties include:Responsible for operational management and direct supervision of HDR’s SPS team in Minnesota/Wisconsin, and provide oversight over workload, quality, utilization, teamwork, training, and performing annual performance reviews of team members.Provide technical leadership and project oversight to ensure projects are staffed appropriately and the team is properly executing project work, both internally and externally. Establish a network of relationships with technical peers in other offices and leverage those relationships and resources in worksharing opportunities.Manage workload and utilizations in the team to meet the operating goals of the Area, including maintaining up to date and accurate workload and utilization forecasting. Work with local and regional operations and national leadership to foster Power Delivery growth and build capabilities through recruitment and staff training. Encourage and participate in business and community activities as representative of HDR.He/she works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more staff. Perform other duties as neededPreferred QualificationsFE, PE license strongly preferred.Experience in the north central region preferred.Previous experience managing staff, projects, and contracts and hiring staff for an engineering consulting firm preferred. QualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceA minimum of 7 years experience Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role Strong communication and listening skills Ability to handle multiple assignments Good leadership and organizational skills 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: PowerSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular