NW Hydropower Regulatory and Environmental Manager

Description 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?

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand.

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

Watch Our Story:' ' 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. HDR currently has an opening for the Northwest Hydropower Regulatory and Environmental Manager. Do you want to work with and lead a collaborative, hard-working team dedicated to long-term clients and challenging projects?

Come work with our experienced team of hydropower and environmental professionals to support clients in hydropower licensing. This position is a key part of delivering HDR's regulatory and FERC licensing services for hydropower projects regionally and nationally. The successful candidate shall be responsible for leading and supervising HDR’s northwest region hydropower environmental and regulatory group and act as the Hydropower Regulatory and Environmental Business Class Lead for the northwest region.

The successful candidate shall also be able to provide project management of mid to large-size/complex environmental and regulatory projects. Our team members are strategic advisors and technical reviewers, coordinating all technical and regulatory components of the FERC licensing process for consistency with overall strategic direction and client needs. We are looking for a candidate that is a team-oriented leader, client focused, and flexible.

A successful candidate will be comfortable participating in and supporting business development  the role of NW Hydropower Regulatory and Environmental Manager, we'll count on you to:
Leadership and supervisory activities will include:
Provides day-to-day leadership, guidance, and direction to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Supervises, coaches, and supports assigned staff to ensure high-quality performance and adherence to organizational standards.

Plans, assigns, and monitors employee workloads to ensure timely completion of departmental goals and objectives.

Carries full supervisory responsibility for assigned direct reports, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, employee development, and disciplinary actions as appropriate.

Provides leadership and mentorship to direct reports by fostering employee engagement, promoting collaboration, and encouraging continuous learning and development.

Performs other duties as needed

Business Class Lead activities will include:
Take responsibility for the Northwest Region coordination, monitoring and improvement of technical competencies of relicensing business class staff and products to meet client needs and market drivers, all within direction and goals of…