Liquid Fuels Technical Lead

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HDR is looking for a Liquid Fuels Infrastructure Technical Lead that will be responsible for the execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of HDR’s federal and commercial liquid fuels infrastructure projects. This individual must be a professional engineer who understands and can complete all technical requirements of projects from basic to significant complexity. They will support the growth of the HDR Liquid Fuels Infrastructure Team, assign tasks to staff and provide technical mentorship to the team.

They will be responsible for the coordination and assignment of quality control reviews for work performed by senior level engineers and/or designers. They will also work with client managers and the national business class to identify and develop specific technical expertise and will attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.

This position requires a self‑motivated candidate who can work independently and directly, mentor, train, and/or supervise the efforts of the team. They will establish strong internal client relationships throughout HDR as well as with external liquid fuels clients, both federal and commercial. They must have an in‑depth understanding of internal and external clients’ business objectives to determine effective execution strategies. They will also build local teams and/or leverage existing staff across the company to execute work and deliver world‑class services to those clients.

The Liquid Fuels Infrastructure Technical Lead will also lead in the design of liquid petroleum fuel systems. Types of fuel systems include above‑ground operational and bulk storage systems, hydrant fuel distribution systems, marine transload and distribution systems, vehicle on and off loading systems, and supporting pipeline, pump and mechanical systems. The duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Be responsible for monitoring, growing and participating in the execution of HDR’s Federal and commercial portfolio of Liquid Fuels Infrastructure services throughout HDR.
• Manage key projects or programs, including managing technical staff and sub‑consultant teams to meet project delivery needs and exceed client expectations.
• Provide analysis, evaluation and design of fuel systems for both military and commercial clients.
• Participate in Liquid Fuels Infrastructure marketing efforts, communications and client development with business, operations, marketing and project staff to maximize client satisfaction,…