Irrigation Practice Leader

At 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? 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 waste is more than management, it’s also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top‑tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost‑effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability. HDR Engineering is in search of an experienced Irrigation Leader to help lead our irrigation practice. Charged with assisting in the growth and technical leadership of the group, the Irrigation Practice Lead will be tasked with coordinating, managing, and executing the planning and design of hydraulic/irrigation focused civil design projects. The candidate will lead a group of professionals in the management, execution and production of studies, designs, reports, plans and specifications for a diverse range of hydraulic facilities and structures. In the role of an Irrigation Practice Leader, we'll count on you to: Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development and initiation to close‑out) Responsible for all aspects of complex small to medium projects or routine large projects Produce and coordinate several small to medium projects concurrently Establish and maintain client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle, and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed‑to budget and schedule Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews Implement QA/QC procedures Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications 10+ years civil engineering experience, emphasis on design and irrigation preferred. Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values Experience in planning studies, design, and irrigation. Excellent writing and communication skills. Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience experienced in development and management of diverse teams. Ability to work independently and as part of a project team. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must. Experience with planning, design, and construction of water storage reservoirs, pumping plants, river diversions, conveyance and control facilities, hydropower, and erosion control is desirable. Will work independently as well as plan organize and supervise work of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task. Desirable experience includes business development related to irrigation projects and working with irrigation districts, the Bureau of Reclamation, and Natural Resources Conservation Service. Experience with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribes is also desired. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering 7 years related experience A minimum 2 years project management experience Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus) Demonstrated leadership skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must What We Believe 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. Our Commitment As 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. Primary Location Other Locations Industry Water Schedule Full‑time Employee Status Regular BusinessClass : Water Supply Management Job Posting Feb 23, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr