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Waste Sector Business Development DirectorHDR • San Jose, CA, United States
Waste Sector Business Development Director

Waste Sector Business Development Director

HDR • San Jose, CA, United States
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Waste Sector Business Development Director

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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. We foster a culture of inclusion and continuously ask ourselves what our impact on the world is.

About the Role

We believe waste is more than management—it’s an opportunity to innovate. As part of the Waste sector, you will help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top-tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions spanning waste planning, remediation, engineering, and implementation.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead strategic growth : Drive HDR’s market share and revenue growth globally.
  • Build client relationships : Serve as a trusted advisor to key clients and align HDR’s capabilities to meet their goals.
  • Drive business development : Lead major pursuits and campaigns, develop winning strategies, and guide proposal efforts.
  • Shape market strategy : Collaborate with market and operations leadership to define and support regional strategic plans.
  • Mentor and train : Support the maturation of business development skills across teams and foster a culture of client focus and strategic thinking.
  • Align resources : Ensure the right talent and expertise are matched to client needs and growth opportunities in collaboration with operational partners.

What You Bring

  • Achieve global booking goals for the Waste Sector.
  • Manage regional Waste business development leaders.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of Waste market trends and drivers.
  • Work with the Waste Sector Director to create a vision for the Waste program within established company direction and goals.
  • Oversee annual and long‑term strategic plans, including creating growth initiatives and prioritizing strategic investments.
  • Develop and drive cross‑market strategic initiatives in the RBG.
  • Lead major pursuit teams in creating and implementing effective win strategies (capture planning).
  • Identify candidates to fill management, technical, business development and marketing positions.
  • In coordination with RBG BDD’s, develop training on business development and marketing best practices.
  • Develop and implement major client plans, including long‑term strategies to capture market share.
  • Serve as a client manager for significant Waste sector clients, maintaining strong client relationships and understanding their organization, trends, and upcoming opportunities.
  • Develop business relationships with teaming partners.
  • Actively participate in professional associations to elevate HDR’s brand in target markets.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Maintain a professional or engineering registration or certificate or have related technical experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in winning high‑value contracts in the Waste industry.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 15 years relevant industry experience.
  • Self‑starter with a history of completing projects with limited oversight.
  • Deep knowledge of the A / E / C industry’s standard approach to procurement of professional services.
  • Ability to motivate and inspire others.
  • Ability to build a network of clients and industry partners.
  • Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies.
  • Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in person.
  • Experience in growing programs in new or highly competitive markets.
  • Experience in winning high‑value contracts in the A / E / C industry.
  • Experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff.
  • Empowerment and Culture

    HDR’s employee‑owners foster an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

    Benefits and Compensation

    We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

    Targeted salary range : $167,580 – $277,200 (depends on skills, experience, education and location).

    Primary Location

    United States, Nebraska – Omaha

    Job Posting Date

    November 26, 2025

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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