HDR
Waste Sector Business Development 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. We empower authentic self‑expression and novel ideas at work. We constantly ask ourselves, “What is our impact on the world?”
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Each role in our organization makes a difference in changing the world for the better.
Do you want to shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship? As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help design sustainable, cost‑effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities.
We believe waste is more than management; it’s an opportunity to innovate. With a top‑tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering, and implementation.
Why HDR?
As a leader in our Waste Sector, you’ll have access to a diverse network of professionals and resources that 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.
Drive Business Development: Lead major pursuits and campaigns, develop winning strategies, and guide proposal efforts.
Shape Market Strategy: Collaborate with market and operations leadership to define and support regional strategic plans.
Mentor and Train: Support the maturation of B.D. 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, helping HDR attract great people.
What You Bring (Roles and Responsibilities)
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.
Work with the Waste Sector Director to create a vision for the Waste program.
Oversee annual and long‑term strategic plans, including growth initiatives and investment prioritization.
Develop and drive cross‑market strategic initiatives in the RBG.
Lead major pursuit teams in creating and implementing effective win strategies.
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 significant Waste sector clients, maintaining strong relationships.
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.
Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package promoting employee ownership, health, performance, and success. This 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.) The targeted salary range for this position is $167,580 – $277,200.
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 State, Texas, Houston
United States, California, Irvine
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
United States, New York, Buffalo
United States, Washington, Tacoma
United States, Nevada, Reno
United States, Colorado, Fort Collins
United States, California, Folsom
United States, Oregon, Portland
United States, Montana, Bozeman
United States, Colorado, Durango
United States, Washington, Seattle
United States, Nevada, Las Vegas
United States, Montana, Billings
United States, Texas, Dallas
United States, Montana, Helena
United States, Washington, Spokane
United States, Virginia, Arlington
United States, Washington, Pasco
United States, Texas, Austin
United States, California, Claremont
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
United States, Colorado, Denver
United States, Oregon, Bend
United States, Missouri, St Louis
United States, Arizona, Tucson
United States, Arkansas, Little Rock
United States, Pennsylvania, Mechanicsburg
United States, Washington, Olympia
United States, Washington, Vancouver
United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
United States, Hawaii, Honolulu
United States, Maryland, Fulton
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
United States, Kentucky, Louisville
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
United States, South Carolina, Greenville
United States, Illinois, Rosemont
United States, California, Walnut Creek
United States, Tennessee, Memphis
United States, Montana, Kalispell
United States, Virginia, Richmond
United States, Washington, Gig Harbor
United States, Rhode Island, Providence
United States, Ohio, Cleveland
United States, Florida, Tampa
United States, Florida, West Palm Beach
United States, Ohio, Columbus
United States, Tennessee, Chattanooga
United States, Kentucky, Lexington
United States, Kansas, Olathe
United States, Georgia, Pooler
United States, Washington, Bellevue
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
United States, North Carolina, Wilmington
United States, Tennessee, Nashville
United States, California, San Jose
United States, New Jersey, Newark
United States, Florida, Pensacola
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
United States, New York, White Plains
United States, Minnesota, St. Paul
United States, California, San Francisco
United States, South Carolina, Charleston
United States, Virginia, Roanoke
United States, South Carolina, Columbia
United States, Virginia, Vienna
United States, Florida, Orlando
United States, Alaska, Anchorage
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
United States, New York, Syracuse
United States, California, San Diego
United States, Virginia, Norfolk
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
United States, Virginia, Glen Allen
United States, California, Riverside
United States, Nebraska, Lincoln
United States, Montana, Butte
United States, Florida, Miami
United States, New Jersey, Pennington
United States, California, Sacramento
United States, Connecticut, Rocky Hill
United States, New York, New York
United States, Michigan, Ann Arbor
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
United States, North Carolina, Winston Salem
United States, Virginia, Alexandria
United States, Michigan, Detroit
United States, North Dakota, Bismarck
United States, Maine, Portland
United States, California, Oakland
United States, North Dakota, Fargo
United States, New Jersey, Woodcliff Lake
United States, Florida, Jacksonville
United States, Illinois, Chicago
United States, California, Los Angeles
United States, Idaho, Boise
United States, North Carolina, Raleigh
United States, Texas, San Antonio
United States, West Virginia, Charleston
United States, Connecticut, Hartford
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industry
Waste
Schedule
Full‑time
Employee Status
Regular
BusinessClass
Waste Services
Job Posting
Nov 26, 2025
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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