Hydrology and Hydraulics Section Lead

About the role

This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy. In the role of Hydrology and Hydraulics Section Lead, we'll count on you to:

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrologic and hydraulic design input for civil engineering projects
• Undertake and/or review flood modeling and technical reporting
• Apply advanced engineering techniques to address complex hydraulic challenges
• Conduct flood risk analysis, floodplain management, and bridge-related flood assessments, including scour analysis
• Mentor, coach, and provide direction to junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical excellence
• Coordinate with statutory authorities and provide technical guidance for project approvals
• Participate in the development and implementation of technology strategies within HDR’s engineering practice
• Prepare design and analysis documentation suitable for client and agency approvals
• Provide technical input to support integrated multidisciplinary design
• Support project delivery in collaboration with Project Managers, including client and stakeholder liaison
• Author reports that are technically sound, grammatically correct, and well organized
• Use engineering judgment to determine the best course of action
• Manage your time and organization of multiple tasks/projects
• Communicate effectively with managers and team members
• Pursue efficiencies within your work and operations

Requirements

• 10 years civil engineering experience across the full spectrum of H&H Analysis
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering firm
• Preference given to local candidates

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role

Skills

Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational skills

Benefits

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.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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.

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 is $134,000 - $200,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.