Nebraska/Iowa Area Cross Sector Manager

Taleo Social Sourcing•Omaha, NE

23h

About The Position

The Area Cross Sector Manager leads HDR’s Nebraska/Iowa cross sector practice, including Environmental Sciences, Geotechnical, Strategic Communications, Geospatial, Right-of-Way, and Project Controls. The position oversees staff management, financial performance, quality, business development, and the development and implementation of a vision for the area Cross Sector program. In partnership with the Area Manager, Professional Services Manager, and Business Group Managers, the manager grows services and identifies, tracks, and develops strategies to secure large, multidisciplinary projects that require collaboration across business groups. The role also connects Cross Sector technical resources with client requirements, supports staff development, reviews and guides project pursuits and execution, and helps implement companywide, regional, and local initiatives. HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company that emphasizes collaboration, inclusion, quality, and service to clients and communities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a professional, architecture, engineering, or closely related field.
At least 10 years of experience.
Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams.
Commitment to quality, improvement, and HDR values.
Active involvement in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand.
Ability to work cooperatively with regional and local office managers, other area business group directors, technical directors, and marketing managers.
Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing, executing, and monitoring strategic growth initiatives.
Understanding of the breadth and depth of HDR services and expertise.
Experience managing staff and career development activities.
Ability to work effectively with teams and foster cooperation and a shared vision.
Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead staff development, including career planning, hiring, staffing, performance, and adjustments.
Provide hands-on mentoring and participate in teams to connect Cross Sector technical resources with client requirements and ensure appropriate leadership and supervision on technical assignments.
Advise the Area Manager and Business Group Managers on staff recognition and involvement in companywide programs.
Review Cross Sector pre-contract decisions, including go/no-go decisions, fee proposals, negotiations, and project execution.
Lead project reviews covering scope, schedule, fee, profitability, contracts, and risk management.
Promote quality through proactive project management and quality management systems.
Work with Business Group Managers and Business Development Leaders to allocate marketing budgets and staff conference participation.
Lead strategy and development for large collaborative and cross-business-group pursuits, including capture planning, proposal development, and strategic initiatives.
Coordinate with Regional Business Group Directors and Area Business Group Managers to identify and develop strategies for world-class services.
Work with Business Development Leads to determine client needs and services within Cross Sector Business Classes and lead the development and expansion of HDR services.
Actively sell HDR services across cross sectors, business groups, business classes, and market sectors.
Establish and execute initiatives with business group and business class leaders.
Support implementation of HDR national, regional, and local initiatives and strategies.