Nebraska/Iowa Area Water Business Group Project Delivery Leader

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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 exceptional career opportunity for an experienced water industry professional to serve in a leadership position as our Nebraska/Iowa Water Business Group Project Delivery Leader (PDL). As PDL, you will report to the Nebraska/Iowa Water Business Group Manager (BGM) and work alongside the BGM to provide project review oversight and management of highly strategic projects across all offices within Nebraska and Iowa. You will collaborate closely with HDR's Water Market Services Leads (Drinking Water, Wastewater, Water Resource Management, and Federal Water) to transition strategic initiatives for business development into successful project delivery within the Nebraska/Iowa Area. You will serve as the Principal In Charge, Project Sponsor, or Client Manager for designated critical projects delivered within Nebraska and Iowa, responsible for coordinating staffing and technical resources with service leaders throughout HDR.

As PDL, you will collaborate closely with Area water leadership 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 eminent talent for our local program.

• Develop project management skills for staff across all Area offices
• Provide project management team organization and leadership for projects across Area offices
• Perform project reviews focusing on delivery oversight, financials, schedule, quality, and project staffing
• Coordinate with market sector leaders on technical staff assignments for projects across Area offices and workshare management with HDR Areas outside of Nebraska and Iowa
• Perform delegated matrix of authority (MOA) responsibilities from BGM
• Support Area project management processes focusing on removing barriers to execution to support the successful and effective delivery of HDR projects
• Help serve as a champion for cross Business Group efforts
• Actively participate in recruiting efforts for the Area WBG program.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in relevant Engineering fields (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental) preferred.
• Nebraska and/or Iowa PE (demonstrated ability to obtain by comity within 6 months of hire is acceptable).
• Prior wastewater, drinking water, or water resources management consulting experience preferred.
• Minimum 10 years' progressive experience in a role focused on understanding and solving client issues in the area's water, wastewater, and federal water regulatory, planning, and design practice.
• History of successful project and/or program management with a focus on technical delivery and project leadership.
• History of successful leadership of major BD campaigns and understanding of the framework and tools used to understand our client's needs and develop winning strategies, and marketing materials.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating client relationships to win pursuits and execute projects, especially in the local markets.
• Success in initiating and managing growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A team-first collaborative attitude.
• Self-motivated requiring minimal oversight.
• Well organized with multi-tasking skills.
• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines.
• Well-developed analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with design and construction teams positively and proactively.
• Document control experience (ProjectWise a plus).
• Local candidates are preferred.