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Stormwater Planning Section Lead

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Washington, Bellevue
500 108th Ave Ne Ste 1200 (Show on map)
Oct 29, 2026
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? 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. Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/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. In the role of Stormwater Planning Section Lead, we'll count on you to: Assist in the responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support May function as an Assistant Project Manager and assist in responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities Assist with administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews Be directly involved with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issues Assist in ensuring that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system Implement, monitor and support company policy Assist in the selection, training, development and management of technical personnel Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts Perform other duties as needed Additional expectations of this role: Technical Leadership/SME: Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, including active participation in relevant technical practice groups. Project Delivery: Lead the technical aspects of projects, ranging from individual tasks to multidisciplinary efforts. Manage projects and client relationships while ensuring high-quality delivery. Growth: Support other business groups with stormwater needs and build an internal pipeline of projects to support the continued growth of the BC. Hiring & Team Development: Identify and attract stormwater talent, and recruit and supervise staff as the BC grows. Business Development: Build and foster teams of experts to pursue, win, and deliver stormwater-specific projects in Washington. Partner regularly with Business Development staff to develop a strategic approach to BC growth in WA, including identifying priority clients and opportunities, pre-marketing, and assembling teams in preparation for pursuits. Branding & Industry Engagement: Strengthen our presence in the stormwater industry through active participation in relevant professional organizations, conferences, and industry events. #LI-CV1 Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience A minimum of 7 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. 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.) Bellevue/Seattle, WA: $131,964- $188,820 Primary Location : United States-Washington-Bellevue Other Locations : United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Washington-Everett Industry : Water Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Stormwater / Wet Weather Job Posting : Oct 29, 2026