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Civil Engineering Lead (Civil Works)
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HDR .
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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company, 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 Water Business 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.
Primary Responsibilities HDR is currently in need of a Civil Engineering Lead for its Dam, Levee, and Civil Works program supporting Southern California. This Civil Lead will fill a strategic role responsible for leading and managing multi‑discipline analysis within HDR’s growing dam, levee, and civil works program. A track record in applying multi‑disciplinary coordination, including site land development, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, and hydraulic engineering, is a plus. As the Civil Lead, the individual will also provide project management, business development, and mentoring to their team of supporting civil engineers and designers.
Civil design analysis and technical project execution responsibilities will include:
Project design development, including project planning, scheduling, and preparation of final design analysis.
Projects may include various aspects of dams, spillways, outlet works, stormwater management systems, and other critical structures subject to hydraulic and earthquake forces.
Support project delivery activities through the delivery of high‑quality services and technological development.
Previous experience or familiarity with State Dam Safety, US Bureau of Reclamation, US Army Corps of Engineers and/or FERC regulated projects and standards is a plus.
Additional Positive Qualifications
Master of Science or higher in Civil Engineering /or equivalent level of experience
Willingness to obtain California PE registration (Multiple state/province registrations will be encouraged).
15+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering projects involving site land development, water management, structural, geotechnical, and hydraulic disciplines.
Construction experience to identify potential claims is a plus.
Communicate effectively and able to coordinate tasks with multiple disciplines.
Experience with Bentley MicroStation, InRoads, Open Roads, AutoCAD Civil3D, and other civil engineering software as appropriate.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
7 years related experience
A minimum 2 years project management experience
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
Demonstrated leadership skills
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.
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 (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.
Benefits 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 depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {California}: $140,000 - $215,000.
Primary Location United States-California-Irvine
Other Locations
United States-California-Los Angeles
United States-California-Santa Ana
United States-California-Long Beach
United States-California-San Diego
United States-California-Ventura
United States-California-Riverside
Industry Water
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Dams Levees Civil Works
Job Posting Nov 20, 2025
Equal Opportunity At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. 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.
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Civil Engineering Lead (Civil Works)
role at
HDR .
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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company, 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 Water Business 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.
Primary Responsibilities HDR is currently in need of a Civil Engineering Lead for its Dam, Levee, and Civil Works program supporting Southern California. This Civil Lead will fill a strategic role responsible for leading and managing multi‑discipline analysis within HDR’s growing dam, levee, and civil works program. A track record in applying multi‑disciplinary coordination, including site land development, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, and hydraulic engineering, is a plus. As the Civil Lead, the individual will also provide project management, business development, and mentoring to their team of supporting civil engineers and designers.
Civil design analysis and technical project execution responsibilities will include:
Project design development, including project planning, scheduling, and preparation of final design analysis.
Projects may include various aspects of dams, spillways, outlet works, stormwater management systems, and other critical structures subject to hydraulic and earthquake forces.
Support project delivery activities through the delivery of high‑quality services and technological development.
Previous experience or familiarity with State Dam Safety, US Bureau of Reclamation, US Army Corps of Engineers and/or FERC regulated projects and standards is a plus.
Additional Positive Qualifications
Master of Science or higher in Civil Engineering /or equivalent level of experience
Willingness to obtain California PE registration (Multiple state/province registrations will be encouraged).
15+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering projects involving site land development, water management, structural, geotechnical, and hydraulic disciplines.
Construction experience to identify potential claims is a plus.
Communicate effectively and able to coordinate tasks with multiple disciplines.
Experience with Bentley MicroStation, InRoads, Open Roads, AutoCAD Civil3D, and other civil engineering software as appropriate.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
7 years related experience
A minimum 2 years project management experience
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
Demonstrated leadership skills
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.
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 (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.
Benefits 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 depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {California}: $140,000 - $215,000.
Primary Location United States-California-Irvine
Other Locations
United States-California-Los Angeles
United States-California-Santa Ana
United States-California-Long Beach
United States-California-San Diego
United States-California-Ventura
United States-California-Riverside
Industry Water
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Dams Levees Civil Works
Job Posting Nov 20, 2025
Equal Opportunity At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. 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.
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