Hydraulic Modeling Lead

Hydraulic Modeling Team Lead

HDR is seeking a Hydraulic Modeling Team Lead to support our expanding market within our Colorado Area. This is a leadership role that provides an opportunity to grow our hydraulic modeling capabilities and team in the Colorado area and the Central Region. The position involves planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of entry and mid-level professionals, as well as technical delivery of hydraulic modeling and master planning projects.

This role is responsible for executing, with teams of staff, the multiple HDR services needed on hydraulics and master planning projects throughout Colorado.

• Assist in the responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, quality control, and marketing support.
• Function as an Assistant Project Manager and assist in responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities.
• Assist with administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections.
• Lead or support marketing, proposals, and interviews with municipal clients throughout Colorado.
• Assist with work planning and workload balancing both locally and regionally.
• Assist in the selection, training, development, and management of technical personnel.
• Lead technical delivery and assist with project reviews of hydraulic modeling projects or tasks.
• Participate in work‑sharing and technical staff assignments with the Area Business Class and Market Sector Leads.
• Assist in supporting development of technical scopes of work and fee proposals, as well as responses to RFPs related to hydraulic modeling services.
• Assist in identifying technical learning path development and mentoring opportunities for staff.
• Represent HDR at local and national conferences.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Knowledge of GIS software such as Arc Pro.
• Knowledge of hydraulic modeling platforms from Innovyze, Bentley, and Aqua Twin.
• Committed to quality, continuous improvement, and HDR values.
• Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand.
• Design and construction of water and wastewater systems is a bonus.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 7 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.

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.

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 help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. 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.) Colorado: $ - $.

United States-Colorado-Denver

United States-Colorado-Fort Collins

Water

Full‑time

Regular

Utility Management Services

Oct 22, 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.