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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is seeking a strong Area Business Group Manager to lead and grow our Building Engineering Services (BES) Group in the TN/KY/AR market.

Primary Responsibilities

The BES Area Business Group Manager will be providing broad engineering, consulting, planning and program management services to a strong client base in the TN/KY/AR area and beyond. This position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to grow the business and continue to diversify the client base and will oversee building engineering project delivery in the TN/KY/AR area.

• The BES group provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural and specialty design services for a wide variety of buildings in the datacenter, drinking water, wastewater, infrastructure, and healthcare markets along with a variety of regional and global project types in the federal space.
• In addition to managing the building engineering project delivery team, this position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to grow the business and continue to diversify the client base.
• The candidate will be responsible for implementation of a business plan that is focused on responsible and smart growth opportunities over the next 5 years.
• Responsibilities also include leading strategic client and project pursuits, managing projects, providing technical services, staff administration, marketing, overseeing quality of deliverables, and supervising and mentoring staff.
• The group leader prepares annual revenue forecasts and budgets, monitors performance of the business group, and develops and wins projects that match the expertise and developmental goals of the staff.
• This position works closely and cooperatively with all of HDR's current Business Groups and National Directors and coordinates services with business lines in the company that require building engineering design.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• PE required.
• A positive professional reputation as one who can deliver quality, cost effective projects in the TN/KY market is needed.
• Self-starter; strong communication and people skills.
• Excellent marketing experience.
• Success in initiating and managing growth.
• Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience
• Demonstrated experience with leading diverse teams
• Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
• Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand
• Ability to work cooperatively with regional and local office managers, other area business group directors, technical directors and marketing managers
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in building engineering, project delivery and planning.
• Strong TN/KY client connections.
• Prior consulting experience preferred.
  

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.