Area Market Leader - Aerospace, Texas

Area Market Sector Leader
- Aerospace, Texas - (192499)

As HDR's lead for the Aerospace market within the designated area, the AMSL combines market growth, client service, and project delivery responsibilities to advance HDR's position as a trusted advisor in the aerospace industry.

• Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for key aerospace clients ensuring exceptional service and client satisfaction.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of client business objectives, funding sources, and requirements to align HDR's services with client needs.
• Foster strong, multi-level relationships between HDR and client organizations to promote collaboration and long-term partnerships.
• Maintain client engagement through active participation in relevant industry associations, events, and conferences.
• Monitor client satisfaction, retention, and revenue performance; proactively address issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Utilize CRM tools and analytics to monitor account health, opportunity pipelines, and NFB performance metrics.

• Work alongside the Aerospace Sector Director (ASD) and lead the development and execution of HDR's Aerospace market growth strategy within the area.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities that align with HDR's strengths and client priorities.
• Collaborate with all HDR's business groups and market sectors to deliver integrated, multi-disciplinary solutions.
• Develop and implement client development plans and area strategy plans.
• Identify and champion strategic investments to support the aerospace sector in your area.
• Track and report on business development metrics including pursuit success, revenue growth and client expansion.
• Support the ASD and market sector growth strategy in the larger geographical region as needed.
• Work with ASD to help define and implement marketing strategies.
• Conduct market analyses to identify emerging trends, competitive positioning and client needs.
• Represent HDR through active participation in professional organizations, conferences, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Support corporate and area marketing teams with targeted messaging, promotional activities, and event participation that align with HDR's brand strategy.

• Serve as pursuit champion for key aerospace opportunities, leading capture planning, proposal strategy, and team coordination.
• Oversee proposal development to ensure compliance, technical quality, and clear communication of HDR's value proposition.
• Support follow‑on business through consistent client engagement and identification of new opportunities with existing accounts.

• Serve as Project Director, Project Principal, or Project Manager on select aerospace projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
• Plan, direct, and monitor project delivery to meet or exceed quality, financial, and schedule objectives.
• Support project teams with contract development, risk management, staffing and QA/QC activities.
• Partner with production managers, business class directors, and practice groups to optimize technical expertise and resource allocation.
• Promote lessons learned, continuous improvement, and best practices across HDR's aerospace project portfolio.

• Client Relationship Strength: Retention, satisfaction, and engagement depth.
• Financial Performance: Achievement of area aerospace NFB, NFE, and profitability goals.
• Market Growth: Revenue expansion, pursuit success rate, and client diversification.
• Operational Excellence: Quality metrics, schedule performance, and effective risk management.
• Talent Development: Employee engagement, retention, and leadership pipeline strength.

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and growth orientation.
• Trusted client partner who consistently delivers value and strengthens relationships.
• Collaborative leader skilled in team building, mentoring, and performance management.
• Advocate for technical excellence, quality and innovation.
• Committed to fostering an inclusive, high‑performing work environment.

• Bachelor's degree…