North Texas Project Delivery Leader

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.We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.HDR has an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced water industry professional to serve in a leadership position as our North Texas Water Project Delivery Leader (PDL). As PDL, you will report to the North Texas Water Business Group Manager (BGM) and work alongside the BGM to provide project review, oversight and management of highly strategic projects across all HDR offices within North Texas. You will collaborate closely with HDR’s water Market Sector Leadership (Drinking Water, Wastewater, Water Resource Management, and Federal Water) to transition strategic initiatives for business development into successful project deliver. You will serve as the Principal in Charge, Project Sponsor, Client Manager or Senior Project Manager for critical projects delivered with the geography, responsible for coordinating staffing and technical resources with service leaders throughout HDR.As PDL, you will collaborate closely with the Area water leadership team to advance the technical delivery, career path development and mentorship of area staff. Your direct reports may include local program managers, project managers, commercial managers and collaborative delivery leads. In addition to your primary responsibilities as summarized below, the PDL will be responsible for collaborating on technical delivery and business development for cross-business group opportunities with HDR’s Transportation, Resources, Architecture and Building Engineering Systems business groups. You will also support recruiting efforts to attract and retain talented leaders at a variety of experience levels to support growth in our program.In the role of North Texas Water Project Delivery Leader:Develop project management skills for staff across all North Texas officesProvide project management team organization and leadership for projects across Area officesPerform project reviews focusing on delivery oversight, financials, schedule, quality and project staffingCoordinate with Market Sector Leaders on technical staff assignments for projects across Area offices and workshare management with HDR officesPerform matrix of authority (MOA) responsibilities as delegated by the BGMSupport area project management processes focusing on removing barriers to execution to support the successful and effective delivery of HDR projectsServe as a champion for cross-Business Group effortsProject DeliveryFunction as a project manager on large or key projects Assist with contract review on key projects to help ensure risk management, proper staffing, quality reviews and resolution of claims.Ensure the best technology and solutions are integrated into project deliveryServe as a QAQC reviewer for Wastewater projects, including plans, specifications, models, presentation, and report, and be engaged early in the project delivery process.Perform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications MS in relevant Engineering fields (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental) 15 years’ experience Prior wastewater, drinking water, or water resources management consulting experienceMaintains engineering registration and has extensive related technical expertise TX or OK PE or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months Experienced in management and development of diverse teamsWorks cooperatively with operations managers, technical staff and marketing managers on professional services-related effortsCommitted to quality, improvement and HDR valuesQualificationsRequired 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: WaterSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular