Louisiana/Mississippi Resources Business Group Manager

HDR is seeking a strong Resources Business Group Manager to lead our team in Louisiana and Mississippi area. The Resources Business Group provides broad engineering, consulting, and planning services to a strong client base in Louisiana and Mississippi. The Resources Business Group provides expert services to a broad cross section of clients in Power, Industrial, Waste and Renewables. This position is responsible for developing teams and implementing strategies to grow the business and continuing to diversify the client base. This position works cooperatively with their counterparts in the Central Region and National Directors to coordinate services with other business lines in the company. As the Louisiana/Mississippi Area Resources Business Group Manager, you will: 31 Serve as the face of HDR's power, industrial, waste, and renewables practice across Louisiana and Mississippi, strengthening our leadership position and visibility with clients and communities. 31 Guide the direction and performance of the Louisiana/Mississippi Area Resources Business Group, develop and implement strategies that strengthen operations, support technical excellence, and drive sustainable growth across both states. 31 Drive business performance by preparing annual revenue forecasts and budgets, monitoring results, and leading execution of the group's strategic plan. 31 Monitor key performance indicators and implement continuous improvements that enhance efficiency, delivery, and business outcomes. 31 Champion HDR's standards and values, ensuring strong implementation of company policies, quality assurance, and risk management practices. 31 Support project excellence by facilitating project management and quality reviews in collaboration with regional and national discipline leaders. 31 Lead strategic growth initiatives as part of regional leadership, building on HDR's established relationships and capabilities while identifying new opportunities to expand our impact across the area. 31 Partner with our Business Development Lead, Market Sector Leaders, Client Managers, and regional/national leaders to expand into new markets, strengthen client relationships, pursue major opportunities, and advance technical services, delivery methods, and quality standards aligned with HDR's strategic goals. 31 Foster strong collaboration across Louisiana and Mississippi offices, and with regional and national teams, leveraging HDR's full range of expertise to maximize client satisfaction, growth, and profitability. 31 Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing Louisiana and Mississippi team, supporting staff development, succession planning, technical services, quality, and production methods and standards for the continued growth of the area business group. 31 Serve as a project manager, technical lead, or senior advisor on high-priority projects while ensuring that scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are achieved. 31 Cultivate and maintain trusted client relationships, supporting major pursuits and serving as a strategic client manager. 31 Contribute to HDR's broader vision and strategy through participation in regional and company-wide planning initiatives. 31 Represent HDR across the industry and community, reinforcing our reputation as a leader in water solutions. 31 Perform other leadership responsibilities as needed. Preferred Qualifications: 31 A minimum of 15 years' experience in related Resources projects, in any of the specialty areas represented by the group, i.e. Power, Waste, and/or Industrial markets. 31 Ideally 10 years' experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and client relationships. 31 Ability to set and execute a strategic direction for the Resources practice that aligns with the firm's overall vision and long-term goals. 31 Positive marketplace experience is required with specific emphasis on a strong reputation and successful project delivery. 31 Recognized industry track record of delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions, meeting both client and regulatory expectations. 31 Highly developed communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with people across disciplines, business units, and with external partners. 31 Strong strategic thinking and operational execution skills, with a history of initiating, leading, and managing organizational or team growth. 31 Committed to continuous improvement, quality delivery, and upholding corporate values including integrity, sustainability, and innovation. 31 Local candidates strongly preferred. Qualifications Required Qualifications 31 Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field 31 A minimum of 10 years experience 31 Demonstrated experience with leading diverse teams 31 Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values 31 Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand 31 Ability to work cooperatively with regional and local office managers, other area business group directors, technical directors and marketing managers 31 An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must