About Us

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.

Primary Responsibilities

The Geotechnical Business Class Lead will represent HDR Geotechnical Engineering to area DOTs and agencies and authorities and clearly communicate geotechnical capabilities to aid in the procurement of work both directly for them and internal HDR design efforts. Responsible to develop in-house staff and capacity to assist in additional work sharing opportunities in support of other HDR offices. Build relationships within HDR Transportation Business Group and develop sustainable relationships within other Business Groups operating in the Southern California and Southwest area to support strategic and profitable growth. This position includes identification of geotechnical opportunities supportable from the Southern California area, as well as creating an environment for continued technical development, which includes the identification and hiring of appropriate staff to support the workload.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Oversee operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
• Function as Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities
• Manage section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
• Manage subcontractors including drilling and laboratory testing subcontractors
• Develop of marketing plans and proposals, as well as participate in interviews while representing HDR as a senior technical resource in front of clients and during coordination of pursuit related work
• Confirm that all work is planned, organized, controlled, and evaluated through proactive project management system. Drive to continually refine the process to increase technical competence, efficiency of design, and quality of product
• Implement, monitor and support of company policy
• Select, train, mentor and manage technical personnel
• Manage and develop multi-discipline teams, and provide leadership for a diverse team across the region including clear communication of management expectations and advocacy for employee growth and wellbeing
• Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts

Keywords: Geotechnical Business Class Leader, geotechnical engineer, geotechnical engineering, Caltrans, bridge foundations, gINT, Open Ground Cloud, WEAP, GeoStudio Applications, SHAFT, APILE, LPILE

Required Qualifications:

• 15 years of experience; progressive in nature with emphasis on DOT related work (State and Federal), with in-depth knowledge of Caltrans practices, including the application of the requirements contained in the DOTs design guides, specifications, and standards. Experience working on Caltrans projects is also required.
• Advanced degree in Civil Engineering (with geotechnical concentration) or a geology related field
• California Professional licensure (PE) or (GE)
• Demonstrated ability to complete geotechnical investigations and analyses for bridge foundations, embankments, slopes, retaining walls, drainage elements and other roadway elements, as well as vertical infrastructure
• Sufficient knowledge in both rock and soil mechanics in order to fully understand the technical elements of each (breadth), in order to comfortably apply advance concepts to challenges
• Experience with all currently active contracting mechanisms and an understanding of how key decisions are made during procurement of services, including DBB, DB, and task order contracts. Sufficient knowledge of contracting and other loss prevention techniques that elevates the geotechnical engineering practice
• Proficient with geotechnical software including gINT, Open Ground Cloud, WEAP, GeoStudio Applications (Slope/W, Seep/W, etc.), SHAFT, APILE, LPILE, GROUP, FBMultiPier, and Settle3, as well as the ability to develop and execute designs using spreadsheets
• Proficient with geotechnical aspects of seismic design in California

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience on complex projects with a variety of deep foundations, slope retention and ground improvement systems
• Project management experience.
• Experience in execution of Design-Build projects and other alternative delivery methods.
  Candidates who reside locally are 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $143,451 - $246,382 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.