North Central Region Power Generation 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 electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side‑by‑side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future. HDR is actively looking for a Regional Power Generation Practice Leader to grow our Power Generation Program in our North Central Region (MI, MN/WI, ND/SD/WY, NE/IA, IL/IN, MO/KS, CO). The regional leader will work with our National Power Generation Practice Leader, area operational leaders and regional business development leads to grow our teams and our business with new and existing clients. Who You Are You are passionate about growing HDR’s Power Generation presence in the region serving large energy producers and consumers. You enjoy and seek out meaningful client, vendor and colleague relationships and are driven to expand the depth and breadth of how you can partner with them to solve industry and client specific challenges. You have leadership experience and are looking for a leadership position where you can collaborate internally to help drive an exciting time in the power generation market. You enjoy developing and supporting projects and initiatives from concept to implementation. You are a strong listener, a self‑starter, team builder, technically adept, and a strong fit for HDR’s growth‑oriented “Seller, Do‑er” culture. Primary Responsibilities The primary duties of the Regional Power Generation Practice Leader will involve identifying and pursuing opportunities to support new and existing clients with consulting, planning, development, design, permitting and optimization of their energy systems and portfolios. Responsibilities for this position will include client management, business development, project management, and providing leadership to grow a multi‑disciplinary team of Power Generation professionals in the local market to drive growth. The successful Candidate may serve as a technical advisor and consultant for projects primarily in large‑scale Utility, Independent Power Producer (IPP), Developer, Municipal Co‑Op, Distributed Generation, Microgrid, Data Center and Industrial markets. The ideal Candidate would have exposure to Integrated Resource Planning efforts, and broad experience with a wide range of technologies such as conventional fossil, distributed generation including CHP and district heating & cooling, microgrids, nuclear, renewables (solar and wind), alternate fuels such as hydrogen, biomass, biogas, and energy storage technologies. Specific responsibilities will include: Work with internal HDR partners to inform and implement HDR’s regional Power Generation market strategy. Lead and/or participate in regional and national HDR Power Generation planning meetings to identify target markets and clients. Collaborate with the local area Business Group Managers to promote the growth of HDR Power practice and capability in the local region by supporting talent acquisition activities. Identify and pursue project opportunities to deliver HDR services in the local Power market including consulting, project development, siting, planning, owners engineering, retrofitting, permitting, detailed design, support during construction, among others. Support marketing and communications team in all phases of “Winning the work”. This includes driving development and internal business process approvals for: Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitations, fee proposals development, risk management of commercial terms reviews and contract negotiations. Serve as Project and /or Client Manager for key contracts and be responsible for the coordination, quality, and timely completion of projects. Work cooperatively with regional directors, operations managers, technical directors, and marketing managers. Establish and maintain client relationships. Candidate should be able to recognize HDR services and activities outside of core services that would benefit clients. Collaborate with a geographically diverse set of Section Managers at HDR Power Centers of Excellence, to support the implementation of technical best practices and project execution in the local region. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in business or engineering. Minimum 10 years of energy industry related experience. Experience with consulting, development, planning, design, and construction of power generation systems (preferably gas generation). Experience managing and coordinating with cross functional teams including engineers, economists, legal, marketing, and strategic communications. Familiarity with current industry trends, incentives, and policy changes that impact Client needs. Experience presenting in national level Symposiums and Power Conferences on technical topics. Understanding of policy and financial drivers for the energy market. Understanding of the various energy markets in the United States and ability to identify opportunities within the regional market of responsibility. Project management skills with a strong ability to maintain a high standard of quality in the project deliverable. Demonstrated ability to navigate company business processes and procedures for client management and business development opportunities. Demonstrated ability to establish new business relationships and to grow existing accounts. Demonstrated leadership skills. Must have excellent communication, presentation, and written skills. Ability to travel to in-person meetings and conferences, as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field 10 years experience in related field Maintains a professional or Engineering registration and has related technical experience Experienced in development and management of diverse teams Works cooperatively with other business class regional directors, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class efforts Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values 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. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for this position (based on experience and location) is $180,000 - $250,000. Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR