Dams, Levees, Civil Works Team Lead
About the role
The DLCW Leader role within HDR's Water Business Group is responsible for planning and directing dam, levee, civil works, and flood risk management projects in Kentucky and Tennessee. This position supports the DLCW Business Class Lead in building and maintaining client relationships, participating in project development, and preparing contract documents. Additionally, the DLCW Leader mentors junior-level staff and coordinates projects with various disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Plan and direct DLCW team within Kentucky/Tennessee
- Support the DLCW BC Lead in building and maintaining client relations
- Participate in project development and contract document preparation
- Mentor junior-level staff across various disciplines
- Coordinate projects with inter-related disciplines such as hydrology, hydraulics, structural, geology, geotechnical, civil, mechanical, CADD, and GIS
- Assist the DLCW BC Lead with coordination with HDR's other regional and corporate business class technical leads and advisors
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- 10 years of experience
- Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required
Qualifications
- Actively engaged in professional or industry associations
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, GIS, and CADD
- Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage, and deep foundation response software
- Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
- Knowledge of advanced numerical modeling techniques and commercial software for advanced numerical modeling
Skills
- Active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture
Benefits
As an employee-owner at HDR, you benefit from:
- A collaborative culture that fosters trust and engagement
- Eight Employee Network Groups promoting diversity and inclusion
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
Pay
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Full-time
Business Class
Dams, Levees, Civil Works
Job Posting Date
Jul 7, 2026
Company Information
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.