Waste to Energy Technical Advisor

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The Waste to Energy (WTE) Technical Advisor will support the WTE Practice Leader in the development of resources and skilled staff for supporting WTE projects while supporting the implementation of business strategies in coordination with the Waste Market Sector leadership and other technical Business Class Directors and Practice Leaders. Initiate and support frequent and regular communication across the country with the WTE Practice Group, technical development, technologies, regulatory compliance, implementation of strategic plans and delivery of key WTE projects.

This position will support WTE projects, clients, and HDR staff across various regions. In addition, the position may be asked to support consulting and design projects for existing and new natural gas fired power plants.

• Assist WTE Practice Leader with the development and implementation best practices intended to improve delivery of services to internal and external clients.
• Leverage industry contacts externally to expand relationships with WTE technical staff and clients in key locations.
• Support the development of WTE project experience qualifications and other marketing materials.
• Identify and organize the necessary health and safety training required for WTE practitioners to perform duties safely and efficiently in compliance with HDR guidelines and WTE industry standards.
• Support project pursuits including targeted client relationship development, preparation of scopes of work, project budgets and contract negotiations.
• Perform quality control reviews of project deliverables and serve as technical advisor where appropriate.
• Conduct technical research and market analysis to stay up to date and ahead of WTE and waste conversion technology trends and developments.
• Direct billable work on WTE projects.
• Participate on project teams in Project Manager or Project Principal role for WTE project work.
• Perform other duties as required to support the Market Sectors.

• Ability to Travel
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and collaborate with various managers in a fast‑paced environment.
• MS in Engineering or related sciences.
• Experience with business development (i.e. marketing) responsibilities such as workshops, presentations, proposal content development and business development strategy.

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 10 years related experience
• A minimum of 5 years of project management experience
• Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

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.

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.

Primary Location
:
United States-Florida-Tampa

Industry
:
Waste

Schedule
:
Full-time

Employee Status
:
Regular

Business Class
:
Waste Services

Job Posting
:
Jul 11, 2025