HDR
Waste Sector Business Development Director
HDR, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Waste Sector Business Development Director
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 believe waste is more than management—it is an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship, collaborating closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost‑effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities.
Why HDR? At HDR, we’re not just designing and planning the solid waste infrastructure—we’re shaping the future of resource management. Join a collaborative team of experts committed to delivering innovative solutions that support communities and industries. As a leader in our Waste Sector, you’ll have access to a diverse network of professionals and resources to help you succeed.
What You’ll Do
Lead Strategic Growth: Drive HDR’s market share and revenue growth globally.
Build Client Relationships: Serve as a trusted advisor to key clients, understanding their goals and aligning HDR’s capabilities to meet their needs.
Drive Business Development: Lead major pursuits and campaigns, develop winning strategies, and guide proposal efforts that reflect deep client insight.
Shape Market Strategy: Collaborate with market and operations leadership to define and support regional strategic plans.
Mentor and Train: Support the maturation of business development skills across teams, fostering a culture of client focus and strategic thinking.
Align Resources: Ensure the right talent and expertise are matched to client needs and growth opportunities in collaboration with operational partners. Help HDR attract great people.
What You Bring
Achieve global booking goals for the Waste Sector.
Manage regional Waste business development leaders.
Maintain a strong understanding of the Waste market trends and drivers impacting our clients.
Working with Waste Sector Director, create a vision for the Waste program within established company direction and goals.
Oversee annual and long‑term strategic plans within established company direction and goals, including creating growth initiatives and prioritizing strategic investments.
Develop and drive cross‑market strategic initiative in the RBG.
Lead major pursuit teams in creating and implementing effective win strategies (capture planning).
Identify candidates to fill management, technical, business development and marketing positions.
In coordination with RBG BDD’s, develop training on business development and marketing best practices.
Develop and implement major client plans, including long‑term strategies to capture market share.
Serve as a Client Manager for the significant Waste sector clients, maintaining strong client relationships and a deep understanding of the client’s organization, trends/drivers, and upcoming opportunities.
Develop business relationships with teaming partners.
Actively participate in professional associations to elevate HDR’s brand in target markets.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Maintain a professional or engineering registration or certificate or have related technical experience.
Demonstrated experience in winning high‑value contracts in the Waste industry.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 15 years relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated “self‑starter” with a history of completing projects with limited oversight.
Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry’s standard approach to procurement of professional services.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
Demonstrated ability to build a network of clients and industry partners.
Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies.
Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in‑person.
Demonstrated experience in growing programs in new or highly competitive markets.
Demonstrated experience in winning high‑value contracts in the A/E/C industry.
Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff.
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 help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.
Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, 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.
Primary Location United States – Nebraska – Omaha
Other Locations
United States – Texas – Round Rock
United States – North Carolina – Charlotte
United States – Minnesota – Saint Louis Park
United States – Pennsylvania – Bethlehem
United States – Oregon – Salem
United States – Maryland – Baltimore
United States – Montana – Missoula
United States – Texas – Houston
United States – California – Irvine
United States – Wisconsin – Madison
Industry Waste
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Waste Services
Job Posting Nov 26, 2025
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Civil Engineering and Environmental Services
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.
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Why HDR? At HDR, we’re not just designing and planning the solid waste infrastructure—we’re shaping the future of resource management. Join a collaborative team of experts committed to delivering innovative solutions that support communities and industries. As a leader in our Waste Sector, you’ll have access to a diverse network of professionals and resources to help you succeed.
What You’ll Do
Lead Strategic Growth: Drive HDR’s market share and revenue growth globally.
Build Client Relationships: Serve as a trusted advisor to key clients, understanding their goals and aligning HDR’s capabilities to meet their needs.
Drive Business Development: Lead major pursuits and campaigns, develop winning strategies, and guide proposal efforts that reflect deep client insight.
Shape Market Strategy: Collaborate with market and operations leadership to define and support regional strategic plans.
Mentor and Train: Support the maturation of business development skills across teams, fostering a culture of client focus and strategic thinking.
Align Resources: Ensure the right talent and expertise are matched to client needs and growth opportunities in collaboration with operational partners. Help HDR attract great people.
What You Bring
Achieve global booking goals for the Waste Sector.
Manage regional Waste business development leaders.
Maintain a strong understanding of the Waste market trends and drivers impacting our clients.
Working with Waste Sector Director, create a vision for the Waste program within established company direction and goals.
Oversee annual and long‑term strategic plans within established company direction and goals, including creating growth initiatives and prioritizing strategic investments.
Develop and drive cross‑market strategic initiative in the RBG.
Lead major pursuit teams in creating and implementing effective win strategies (capture planning).
Identify candidates to fill management, technical, business development and marketing positions.
In coordination with RBG BDD’s, develop training on business development and marketing best practices.
Develop and implement major client plans, including long‑term strategies to capture market share.
Serve as a Client Manager for the significant Waste sector clients, maintaining strong client relationships and a deep understanding of the client’s organization, trends/drivers, and upcoming opportunities.
Develop business relationships with teaming partners.
Actively participate in professional associations to elevate HDR’s brand in target markets.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Maintain a professional or engineering registration or certificate or have related technical experience.
Demonstrated experience in winning high‑value contracts in the Waste industry.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 15 years relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated “self‑starter” with a history of completing projects with limited oversight.
Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry’s standard approach to procurement of professional services.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
Demonstrated ability to build a network of clients and industry partners.
Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies.
Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in‑person.
Demonstrated experience in growing programs in new or highly competitive markets.
Demonstrated experience in winning high‑value contracts in the A/E/C industry.
Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff.
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 help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.
Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, 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.
Primary Location United States – Nebraska – Omaha
Other Locations
United States – Texas – Round Rock
United States – North Carolina – Charlotte
United States – Minnesota – Saint Louis Park
United States – Pennsylvania – Bethlehem
United States – Oregon – Salem
United States – Maryland – Baltimore
United States – Montana – Missoula
United States – Texas – Houston
United States – California – Irvine
United States – Wisconsin – Madison
Industry Waste
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Waste Services
Job Posting Nov 26, 2025
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Civil Engineering and Environmental Services
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.
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