Utility Coordination and Design Business Class Director

Utility Coordination and Design Business Class Director

At HDR, we are employee‑owners who create inclusive, innovative environments. Transportation is central to connected communities, and HDR’s Transportation Business Group designs resilient highways, bridges, transit, rail, aviation, ports and marine infrastructure to support economic vitality, public safety and sustainability.

HDR seeks a Utility Coordination and Design Business Class Director to lead technical delivery, quality assurance, and resource management for our Utility Coordination and Design Business Class.

• Monthly Coordination Calls with Business Class leadership and section managers.
• Support ongoing development of the Utility Coordination and Design Business Class.
• Identify upcoming projects and pursuits requiring National Business Class leadership support.
• Review upcoming workload and staff availability.
• Examine utilization reports, identify staffing needs, work with regional leadership/section managers to achieve utilization goals.
• Identify and participate in Project Approach and Resource (PARR) reviews and evaluations.
• Perform project reviews or audits to validate quality practices; review technical and performance issues, develop remedial action.
• Serve as focal point for the Transportation Business Group to deliver Utility Coordination and Design related services in collaboration with complementary Business Groups or Market Sectors.
• Participate in hiring, staff development, communication, technical programs, manage workshare and project assignments.
• Support marketing activities: develop proposals, staffing assignments, identify sub‑consultants.
• Travel nationally for select projects; 15% typical travel.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of related experience.
• Professional or Engineering registration and technical experience.
• Experience developing and managing diverse teams.
• Strong cooperation with other business class directors, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers.
• Commitment to quality, improvement and HDR values.
• Active participant in employee‑owned culture.

Primary location:
United States – Texas – Round Rock. National travel 15% (15–25%).

US: $163,422 – $337,222;
Canada: $209,622 – $313,720 (based on location and experience).

Comprehensive package: medical, dental, vision; short and long‑term disability; life insurance; employee assistance program; paid time away; parental leave; paid holidays; retirement savings with employer match; employee referral bonus; tuition reimbursement.

At HDR, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. HDR values the contributions of all employees and we consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any protected status.

Final date to receive applications:
Jan 12, 2026 (post date).