Director of Internal Audit

HDR•Omaha, NE

About The Position

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 best ideas to work every day. We are a respected global engineering, architecture, consulting, and construction firm delivering high-performance infrastructure and facilities to clients while creating lasting value in the built, economic, social, and natural environments. With 14,000 employee-owners operating in eight countries, HDR’s strength continues to grow as we advance our strategic vision for the future. We work across diverse sectors including transportation, water, energy, resources, and environmental services, as well as healthcare and civic architecture, helping communities thrive through innovative, sustainable solutions. Due to an internal promotion, HDR is seeking a visionary Director of Internal Audit to provide strategic insight, strengthen internal controls, and drive operational excellence across a dynamic, employee-owned, global organization. In this critical leadership role, you’ll influence decisions at the highest level, ensuring integrity, transparency, and sustainable growth. Join a global team where your expertise will shape governance and risk management for the future. This role is critical in supporting HDR’s Audit Committee and Board of Directors by ensuring robust internal controls and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. As Director of Internal Audit, you will:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
12+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, or related roles.
Prior leadership experience managing audit teams and complex projects.
CPA (active or inactive status required).
Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and governance frameworks.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging with all levels of management.
Proven ability to lead change and influence outcomes across a large organization.
Expertise in Microsoft Office; familiarity with audit software and data analytics tools preferred.

Nice To Haves

CIA preferred
CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) or relevant IT audit expertise is desirable.
Experience with government contracting and CAS/FAR standards is desirable.
Experience with cybersecurity, IT controls, and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

Lead the Internal Audit Function: Oversee all audit activities, including financial, operational, technology, and compliance audits, ensuring alignment with professional standards and HDR’s strategic objectives.
Drive Risk Management: Partner with executive leadership, Risk Management, and operational teams to identify, assess, and mitigate business risks across the organization.
Enhance Governance: Provide independent, objective assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
Advance Compliance: Monitor and assess compliance, including documentation and risk-based testing of key controls over financial reporting, and regulatory compliance requirements, and oversee co-sourced audit engagements of cybersecurity standards (i.e., NIST 800-171).
Develop Talent: Build and mentor a high-performing internal audit team, fostering professional growth and technical excellence.
Innovate Processes: Continuously improve audit methodologies, policies and procedures, and leverage new technology to increase efficiency and add value. Evaluate and integrate machine learning and AI technologies to aid in transforming audit functions.
Communicate Impact: Deliver clear, actionable insights and recommendations to executive leadership and the Audit Committee.
Plan Strategically: Lead and provide a strategic vision for the annual risk assessment and audit planning process, ensuring resources are aligned with organizational priorities.
Mergers & Acquisitions: Participate in pre- and post-acquisition diligence assessments and audits
Be A Team Player: The Internal Audit team are close partners to our operational leaders to help reduce enterprise risk and enhance our business operations.