DescriptionAbout UsAt 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.Watch Our Story: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.Wastewater Biosolids PracticeThe Biosolids Practice resides within the Water Business Group in the highly technical and diversified Wastewater Market Sector. This reflects service offerings for local municipalities, private entities, distinct wastewater utilities, Federal, regional, and local governments, and similar clients in each of the 50 US states and in Canada.The 2023 Engineering News Record ranked HDR fourth in size of business in the important wastewater treatment category.We have approximately 700 wastewater market sector employees spanning a range of biosolids management and solids processing services, as well as related wastewater treatment and utility master planning; strategic advisory services, transmission and distribution, water reuse; construction management and inspection; program management; andasset management and operations assistance.Lead HDR's Biosolids practice through a combination of technical leadership, business development, relationship building, and direct billable work for clients on biosolids management and solid processing projects. This role is targeted to expand HDR's market share and branding in the solids processing and biosolids management field in the North American wastewater market.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Biosolids Practice Leader will lead the development and implementation of business strategies across North America in coordination with Wastewater Market Sector leadership and other technical Business Class Directors (e.g. wastewater treatment, biogas utilization, conveyance, asset management, etc.), business development, and operational leadership. Reporting to the Wastewater Business Class Director, and in close coordination with the Wastewater Market Sector Director and Regional Wastewater Leaders to advance the biosolids practice. Initiate and support frequent and regular communication across the country on biosolids market leadership, technical development, treatment technologies, regulatory compliance, implementation of strategic plans and delivery of key biosolids projects. This technical practice leader will support and collaborate across various regions and business lines to advance a variety of strategies intended to grow biosolids services across the wastewater market sector.Specific activities include the following:Participate in Water Business Group (WBG) strategic and tactical planning activities, and in the development of strategic positioning with individual Areas in the West, Central and East regions of North America. Lead the organization and preparation of a business plan for solids processing and biosolids management.Conduct an assessment of marketplace opportunities, gage HDR prospects, and development of prioritized client targets.Working with WBG leadership, and individual Area Business Development Managers and WBG Leaders, develop discreet biosolids business plans for local HDR offices.Leverage industry contacts to expand relationships with HDR technical staff and clients