North Carolina Water Business Group Project Delivery Leader

North Carolina Water Business Group Project Delivery Leader - ( 195457 ) 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? 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 water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy. HDR has an excellent opportunity in our North Carolina Area for a water / wastewater professional to lead the development and growth of our Water Business Group team. The NC Water Business Group Project Delivery Leader will be a professional passionate about protecting public health, well-versed in project delivery, and knowledgeable about HDR’s Quality Management Programs and Project Delivery support across the drinking water, wastewater, recycled water, and stormwater markets. We are seeking an individual who will work collaboratively with local and national leadership to establish the vision and strategy for expanding our research, planning, design, and engineering services to our clients. They will report to the Area Water Business Group (WBG) Manager and partner with our Area Business Development Manager, Professional Services Lead, Market Sector Leads, Client Managers, Project Managers, Business Class Leads, and technical staff to support business operations, business development, and project delivery in the area. They will also be expected to engage with regional and national Market Sector Directors to ensure strategic alignment and the establishment of initiatives. This position requires occasional travel within the NC / SC area. On a day-to-day basis, they will be expected to: Be responsible for project management skills development, in conjunction with the Professional Services Leader. Provide project delivery oversight related to scope, schedule, budget, and project staffing. Participate in Project Reviews. Coordinate with Market Sector Leaders to help assign staff to projects. Manage workshare between other business groups and Areas. Assist in the development of ways to streamline Area project management processes (remove barriers to execution). Serve as a cross business group (BGX) champion. Serve as a mentor for the development of skills for staff across the NC Area. Coordinate a strategy and engagement in professional organizations. Have Matrix of Authority (MOA) responsibilities. Serve as a Project Manager for key projects with strategic clients. Partner with the Business Group Manager and Market Sector Leads to develop a recruiting strategy and help implement. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree (Or 10 or more years of experience delivering consulting engineering services) PMP certification, local candidates are preferred Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience A minimum of 10 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 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 United States-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations Industry Water Schedule Full-time Employee Status Regular BusinessClass : WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt Job Posting Aug 21, 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 Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising