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HDR lists this Wastewater Treatment Business Class Lead opportunity in everett, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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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, 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 and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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 that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
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Primary Responsibilities
Staff Development Select, train, develop, and manage technical personnel.
Manage and develop multidisciplinary teams.
Take responsibility for operations of production section including utilization, morale, quality control and marketing support.
Implement, monitor, and support company policy.
Supervise engineers and junior staff (assumed in the 2‑6 person range).
Technical Excellence Function as a project manager and lead critical area and regional projects.
Take responsibility for area coordination, monitoring and improvement of technical competencies of business class staff and products.
See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management.
Participate in delivery of project services to meet client expectations.
Collaborate on business class efforts with area operations, marketing, project managers, and project delivery staff.
Participate in business class practice and professional discipline groups, project teams and activities to continually improve standards and best practices, and implement effective quality assurance and quality control reviews.
Conduct QC reviews where appropriate or assist technical teams in finding appropriate reviewers.
Marketing and Strategy Be directly involved in marketing planning, proposals, and interviews.
Participate in business class strategic planning, budgeting and plan implementation.
Drive area initiatives that are relative to the business class.
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree is a plus
10+ years of experience in wastewater treatment or pipelines and pump station systems
Active engagement in professional or industry organizations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand both locally (e.g., PNCWA) and nationally (e.g., WRF)
Proven leadership and mentoring skills that are necessary to grow and lead a business group
Strong technical background and experience in planning and design
Ability to travel; must be able to visit each office with wastewater treatment staff and visit Bellevue for leadership and key meetings, as needed
Strong active listening and communication skills
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field
10 years of experience
Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experienceExperienced in development and management of diverse teams
Works cooperatively with other area business class leaders, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class efforts
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.
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.)
Benefits:
Bellevue/Seattle/Everett, WA: $170,688- $243,840; Spokane, WA: 135,128- $193,040; Olympia, WA: $142,240- $203,200; Gig Harbor, WA: $156,464 - $223,520
Compensation
Primary Location: United States‑Washington‑Bellevue
Other Locations: United States‑Washington‑Everett, United States‑Washington‑Spokane, United States‑Washington‑Seattle, United States‑Washington‑Gig Harbor
Industry: Water
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business‑Class: WW Treatment and Effluent Mgmt
Job Posting: Dec 3, 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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Worksite address
everett, WA, 98213, US
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