Idaho Area Mining Lead

At HDR, the Idaho Area Mining Lead will focus on mining project and client management for projects and pursuits with key clients in the Idaho region. The role is expected to identify and develop project opportunities, serve as a pursuit champion, and act as a resource for HDR mining pursuits. Responsibilities include planning, directing and monitoring large multi‑discipline projects, providing technical and project management support, and helping during market contractions.

• Serving as the Client Manager for selected key clients of both Greenfield and Brownfield mines within the area, and be active and visible in the industry.
• Promote all HDR services to clients with the Resources Business Group Manager, Mining Practice Lead and Mining BD Lead.
• Work with RBG Manager on development and delivery of area and department market sector initiatives.
• Lead and/or support selected pursuits through client relationship development and through development of strategy and participation in pursuit activities.
• Participate in industry associations and serve as a company role‑model in business and community organizations, including giving related presentations and participating in panel discussions.
• Identify key investments (skills, acquisitions and technology) that will maintain or drive HDR into mining industry leadership position.
• Develop relationships with mining counterparts in other consulting organizations.
• Develop relationships with senior leadership in key client organizations both on‑site and corporately.

• Seek opportunities to enhance practices to win new work and provide staff growth.
• Lead and/or assist identification and recruitment of prospective future mining practice employees.
• Coordinate support between departments.
• Work with Resources Business Class Directors and Mining Practice to drive technical excellence and coordinate technical staff for program and marketing efforts.
• Lead the Area in identifying needs and opportunities for new and improved technical services and products.
• Work with Mining Practice Lead, Mining BD Lead and Area Manager to coordinate staffing/recruiting plans for key hires.
• Assist local leadership with local hire onboarding.
• Identify resource gaps and support talent management and recruiting.

• Assist Area Manager and RBG Lead to deliver services within the Industrial sector, drive client management and monitor P&L.
• Facilitate cooperation and eliminate hurdles.
• Work with Area business group leadership and Mining Practice Lead to implement process improvements.
• Be aware of staff workload and facilitate work sharing within the Industrial sector.
• Assist with contract review on key projects to help ensure risk management, proper staffing, quality reviews and resolution of claims.
• Promote Quality Assurance/Quality Control; assist local programs with key technical expertise.
• Facilitate development and dissemination of lessons learned within Area and Mining Practice.
• Take on Project Management and technical assignments based on skills and need.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.