Utility Coordination and Design Business Class Director

Utility Coordination and Design Business Class Director

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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. We foster a culture of inclusion within our company and communities, constantly asking:
What is our impact on the world?

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you will help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

HDR is seeking a Utility Coordination and Design Business Class Director. This position focuses on the technical delivery of our products and services, positioning HDR as a preferred provider in Utility Coordination and Design. It serves as the technical leader, responsible for quality assurance, resource availability and development, and project delivery.

• Monthly coordination calls with Business Class leadership and/or section managers, addressing key items.
• Support the ongoing development of the Utility Coordination and Design Business Class.
• Identify upcoming projects and/or pursuits that need support from National Business Class leadership.
• Review upcoming workload and staff availability.
• Review utilization reports to identify staffing needs (hiring or workshare) and support achieving utilization goals.
• Identify participants (and participate) in Project Approach and Resource (PARR) reviews and evaluations.
• Perform project reviews or audits to validate quality practices; review technical and performance issues and help develop remedial action.
• Serve as the focal point for the Transportation Business Group to deliver Utility Coordination and Design services in collaboration with complementary Business Groups or Business Classes throughout HDR.
• Identify technical leaders within the business class for key projects, programs and initiatives.
• Participate in the hiring process, promote staff interaction, communication, technical development, and involvement in technical programs, manage workshare and project assignments, and provide direct project support on select projects.
• Participate in select marketing activities, supporting or developing project proposals and staffing assignments.
• Travel nationally to support select project pursuits and delivery (average 15–25% of time).

• Bachelor’s degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the relevant field.
• Professional or Engineering registration with related technical experience.
• Experience developing and managing diverse teams.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other business class directors, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers.
• Commitment to quality, improvement and HDR values.
• Active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

Location:

Non‑specific; preferred locations with significant HDR presence including Texas, North Carolina, New York, etc. Travel: average 15% (monthly 15–25%).

Industry: Highway + Road.

Schedule:

Full‑time.

Employee Status:
Regular.

Business Class:
Utility Coordination and Engineering.

Job Posting:
Jan 12, 2026.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.