Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
New England Wastewater Market Sector Lead
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
New England Wastewater Market Sector Lead - ( 189260 )
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. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch our story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe water is more than a resource, it’s a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you’re modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.
Responsibilities HDR has an excellent career opportunity for an experienced professional to join our New England Water Business Group (WBG) leadership team. Our Area Wastewater Market Sector Leader will focus on leading growth and development in the wastewater market including wastewater treatment and effluent management, pump stations and pipelines, biosolids, and one water collaboration. Primary responsibilities include project management, advancing market sector initiatives/strategies, and staff development. The selected candidate will have strong writing, presenting, and speaking skills and will work directly with clients and staff. Responsibilities also include collaborating with other technical and marketing staff in the pursuit of new projects and clients, taking a leadership role in selected key pursuits, and serving as client manager for key clients, providing leadership in addressing client issues and coordination of multiple projects.
Create and lead a rolling 3‑5 year strategic plan for the wastewater sector growth in the area that will include:
Advancing business development strategies to expand market share and client base.
Identifying, pursuing, and securing new clients and project opportunities with existing/new clients.
Align New England efforts with Northeast wastewater market leadership through regular coordination.
Lead annual wastewater alignment meeting and snapshot efforts.
NEWEA (in a leadership capacity)
New England leadership meetings as deputy to the WBG manager
Monthly BDM meetings
Relevant Market Sector and Business Class leadership forums
Serve as the Client Manager for selected key clients.
Wastewater Market Sector Within the Water Business Group, the Wastewater Market Sector is a highly technical and diversified sector. This reflects that this service offering routinely works for local municipalities, private entities, water utilities, Federal, regional, and local governments, and similar clients in each of the 50 US states and in Canada. In 2024 Engineering News Record ranked HDR sixth in size of business in the important water supply and treatment category. We have nearly 335 employees in this Market Sector spanning the range of services from utility master planning; strategic advisory services, transmission and distribution, water supply management water treatment and reuse; construction management and inspection; and asset management and operations assistance.
Preferred Qualifications
BS in Engineering from accredited university required.
Maintain (or the ability to obtain through reciprocity) professional engineering registration in local states.
15+ years experience with wastewater planning, design, and construction.
Experience and client relationships in the New England Wastewater Market.
Strong technical background and experience in wastewater treatment systems/infrastructure.
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits.
Experienced in overall staff development.
Experienced with industry associations.
Ability to work cooperatively with Area Water Business Group Leadership, Regional Market Sector Directors, Area Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Director, Area Marketing Managers and Area Manager.
Preference is given to local candidates.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, planning or a related field.
A minimum of 10 years of industry experience.
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services.
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits.
Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth.
Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector.
Ability to work cooperatively with Regional Market Sector Directors, Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Directors, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers.
Demonstrated commitment to HDR values. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.
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.
Primary Location Other Locations United States – New Hampshire – Bedford, United States – Maine – Portland, United States – Connecticut – Rocky Hill, United States – Rhode Island – Providence
Industry Water
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Job Posting 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.
Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
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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. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch our story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe water is more than a resource, it’s a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you’re modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.
Responsibilities HDR has an excellent career opportunity for an experienced professional to join our New England Water Business Group (WBG) leadership team. Our Area Wastewater Market Sector Leader will focus on leading growth and development in the wastewater market including wastewater treatment and effluent management, pump stations and pipelines, biosolids, and one water collaboration. Primary responsibilities include project management, advancing market sector initiatives/strategies, and staff development. The selected candidate will have strong writing, presenting, and speaking skills and will work directly with clients and staff. Responsibilities also include collaborating with other technical and marketing staff in the pursuit of new projects and clients, taking a leadership role in selected key pursuits, and serving as client manager for key clients, providing leadership in addressing client issues and coordination of multiple projects.
Create and lead a rolling 3‑5 year strategic plan for the wastewater sector growth in the area that will include:
Advancing business development strategies to expand market share and client base.
Identifying, pursuing, and securing new clients and project opportunities with existing/new clients.
Align New England efforts with Northeast wastewater market leadership through regular coordination.
Lead annual wastewater alignment meeting and snapshot efforts.
NEWEA (in a leadership capacity)
New England leadership meetings as deputy to the WBG manager
Monthly BDM meetings
Relevant Market Sector and Business Class leadership forums
Serve as the Client Manager for selected key clients.
Wastewater Market Sector Within the Water Business Group, the Wastewater Market Sector is a highly technical and diversified sector. This reflects that this service offering routinely works for local municipalities, private entities, water utilities, Federal, regional, and local governments, and similar clients in each of the 50 US states and in Canada. In 2024 Engineering News Record ranked HDR sixth in size of business in the important water supply and treatment category. We have nearly 335 employees in this Market Sector spanning the range of services from utility master planning; strategic advisory services, transmission and distribution, water supply management water treatment and reuse; construction management and inspection; and asset management and operations assistance.
Preferred Qualifications
BS in Engineering from accredited university required.
Maintain (or the ability to obtain through reciprocity) professional engineering registration in local states.
15+ years experience with wastewater planning, design, and construction.
Experience and client relationships in the New England Wastewater Market.
Strong technical background and experience in wastewater treatment systems/infrastructure.
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits.
Experienced in overall staff development.
Experienced with industry associations.
Ability to work cooperatively with Area Water Business Group Leadership, Regional Market Sector Directors, Area Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Director, Area Marketing Managers and Area Manager.
Preference is given to local candidates.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, planning or a related field.
A minimum of 10 years of industry experience.
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services.
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits.
Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth.
Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector.
Ability to work cooperatively with Regional Market Sector Directors, Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Directors, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers.
Demonstrated commitment to HDR values. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.
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.
Primary Location Other Locations United States – New Hampshire – Bedford, United States – Maine – Portland, United States – Connecticut – Rocky Hill, United States – Rhode Island – Providence
Industry Water
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Job Posting 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.
Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
#J-18808-Ljbffr