About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR has an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced industry professional to serve in a leadership position as our NY/NJ Area Professional Services Leader (PSL). Professional Services is an area of our organization responsible for developing technical resources and maintaining a culture of quality. These practices improve our competitiveness and drive our growth.

As PSL, you will report to the NY/NJ Area Manager and work alongside the Area Manager and the five (5) Business Group PSLs to provide technical oversight and staffing resource assignments for projects across all seven offices within New York and New Jersey. You will coordinate with each of the five (5) Business Group PSLs within the NY/NJ area who serve as the technical delivery supervisors for the following business groups: TBG, WBG, RBG, BESG, and FBG. As Area PSL, you will support the continued career development of Business Group PSLs within the Area. You will collaborate closely with HDR’s Professional Services Global Directors to implement the Business Group’s technical and quality initiatives within the NY/NJ Area.

In addition to your primary responsibilities as summarized below, the PSL 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.

Primary Responsibilities

Function as an Area Professional Services DirectorDevelop technical delivery skills for staff across all Area officesProvide technical oversight and staff resource assignment to projects across Area officesDirect quality management system programPerform project reviews focusing on scheduling, leadership, and participationMentor delivery staff and develop technical learning paths Implement technical and digital delivery evolution in collaboration with Corporate Professional Services DirectorCoordinate business processes with Business Group Managers consistent with Area, corporate policy, and HDR’s matrix of authority (MOA)Implement quality, standards, and best practices in projects across Area officesProvide technical learning path development and mentoring

Keyword(s): Management, Quality Oversight, Leadership, LI-MJ1

Required Qualifications

BS in a relevant Engineering field (Civil, Structures, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental).Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in a role focused on understanding and solving client issues in the area’s transportation, water, resources, federal, building engineering, and design practice.History of successful project and/or program management with a focus on technical delivery and project leadership.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.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

MS in relevant Engineering fields (Civil, Structures, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Environmental) preferred.Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred.Local candidates are preferred.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

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.) {NY}: $170,975 - $280,888