KY/ TN Utility Management Services Business Class Leader

KY/ TN Utility Management Services Business Class Leader

HDR - 3.8

Memphis, TN Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Estimating software Contract management Civil engineering Customer relationship building Business development within consulting Engineering Construction project management Architecture Zoom Consulting experience Client relationship development Communication platforms Master's degree in civil engineering Master's degree Bachelor's degree in architecture Master's degree in environmental engineering Team development Schedule management Proposal writing Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Public utility experience Budget development Customer relationship management Mentoring Microsoft Teams Contracts Project management software Bachelor's degree in civil engineering Webex Productivity software Environmental Engineering Senior level Master's degree in engineering Cross-functional collaboration Professional Engineer Civil Engineering Leadership Communication skills Negotiation Project management in construction Staff development 10 years Full Job Description KY/ TN Utility Management Services Business Class Leader - (192701) 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?

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' https://www.hdrinc.com/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. We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you'll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy. HDR is looking for a Utility Management Business Class Leader to join our Kentucky and Tennessee Water Business Group. The successful candidate will be involved with all aspects of our Water Business Group program. This position will collaborate with and leverage HDR staff across the company and teaming partners to develop solutions for our clients. The primary duties of this position include pursuing, planning, managing, and delivering all aspects of utility management projects. They will also be expected to: Actively lead our growing KY/TN utility management services business class. Collaborate with HDR technical leaders, operations leaders, market sector directors, project managers, and project teams to deliver world class quality services, project management services and construction services for projects and programs utilizing multiple delivery models. Actively engage with the local project teams and assist in Go/No-Go discussions, project risk assessments, SOQs, proposals, interviews, and negotiations as required. Participate in client relationship management, client presentations, conference presentations, and interviews. Participate in scope, schedule, and budget development for projects. Act as project manager and provide project delivery support including planning, contract administration and management, technical consulting, design reviews, subcontract management and construction services. Actively participate in AWWA or WEF. Mentor and develop other employees. Perform other duties as needed. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or similar combination of relevant education and experience 10-years of water industry experience Professional Engineer (PE) licensure Strong leadership skills and project management experience with multiple national remote teams is preferred Proven experience managing projects, client relationships, proposal development, and business development Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills Strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving, and collaboration skills Proficient with Microsoft Office and conferencing platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.) Familiar with estimating and scheduling software, project management software Ability to interact with various design professionals, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills Current AWWA or WEF involvement Local candidates are preferred Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field A minimum of 10 years of experience in related field Maintains a professional or Engineering registration and has related technical experience Experienced in development and management of diverse teams Works cooperatively with other business class directors, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class efforts Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location :

United States-Kentucky-Lexington Other Locations :

United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville, United States-Kentucky-Elizabethtown Industry :

Water Schedule :

Full-time Employee Status :

Regular BusinessClass :

Utility Management Services Job Posting :

May 1, 2026