Drinking Water & Wastewater Market Sector Leader

Drinking Water & Wastewater Market Sector Leader (193784) At HDR, you will help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. As a member of the WaterBusiness Group, you’ll support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience by delivering safe drinking water, treating wastewater responsibly, and developing sustainable water supplies. Your work will directly support communities across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Responsibilities Lead client development efforts and serve as a trusted advisor to key regional clients Identify and pursue strategic growth opportunities across municipal water markets Direct and oversee complex, multi‑discipline water infrastructure projects Collaborate across HDR business groups and national practice areas to expand services and capabilities Promote HDR’s full suite of engineering, planning, and consulting services Build strong relationships with industry partners, organizations, and senior client leadership Mentor, recruit, and develop the next generation of water industry leaders Advance technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives Support project delivery, QA/QC, risk management, and operational performance Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and work‑sharing across teams and regions Represent HDR through industry organizations, conference presentations, and community leadership activities Take on impactful project management and leadership assignments that align with HDR’s long‑term growth strategy Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering, planning, or a related field Minimum of 10 years of industry experience Experience in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services Experience in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits Experience in overall staff development, including recruiting, career path, and professional growth Experience with industry associations and maintaining a visible profile in the market sector Ability to work cooperatively with regional and national directors, managers, and partners across spectrum functions Demonstrated commitment to HDR values and an active participation in our employee‑owned culture At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising