Project Principal Engineer

HDR•Houston, TX

About The Position

HDR is seeking an experienced water industry professional to serve as a Principal Water and Wastewater Engineer in a leadership role focused initially on the Houston area and cities and municipalities north and northwest of Houston. The position works with area water business, business development, professional services, project delivery, market sector, and client service leaders to develop and implement technical and business development strategies and grow HDR’s water and wastewater practice in the Texas Gulf Coast region. The role combines business development, client leadership, staff mentoring, and project delivery. Project work may include planning studies, utility management services, design, and construction support. The position may serve as Principal-in-Charge, Project Manager, Technical Advisor, or Quality Manager, while helping secure opportunities with new and existing clients and expanding the water and wastewater business portfolio. HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company that values inclusion, collaboration, and employee participation. The position is part of the Water Business Group, whose work supports public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
15 years of related experience.
At least 7 years of project management experience.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered, such as a PE or P.Eng license.
Experience with MS Office and MS Project.
Demonstrated leadership, business development, and strategic planning skills.
Commitment to actively participating in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
PMP certification.
Access experience.

Responsibilities

Assess the marketplace, engage clients, and determine strategies to win contracts and expand the water and wastewater business.
Support the Area Business Development Manager in developing and advancing area water and wastewater market-sector growth initiatives.
Collaborate with area business development leaders to identify and track potential opportunities.
Serve as Client Service Leader for select clients and maintain an active, visible presence in the industry.
Establish client relationships and participate in marketing activities.
Build relationships with senior leaders in key client organizations and with industry counterparts in consulting and construction organizations.
Take on Principal-in-Charge assignments, promoting client satisfaction, staff development, technical excellence, and mentoring.
As Project Manager, direct and coordinate single- or multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage several projects concurrently.
Participate in contractual, design, and production meetings as part of project delivery.
Conduct work sessions with staff and stakeholders to develop deliverables.
Coordinate staffing and workload throughout project development to complete documents on schedule.
Track project financials and coordinate or adjust team effort to meet agreed budgets and schedules.
Work with Accounting, Operational, and Business leadership on periodic project reviews.
Implement and direct staff in the proper use of QA/QC procedures.
Supervise large project teams and mentor less-experienced Project Managers.
Recruit staff to join HDR and grow area water and wastewater services.
Perform other duties as needed.