Water Supply Management – Business Class Lead Irrigation

HDR is seeking a National Business Class Lead for Irrigation to manage planning and design of irrigation projects, lead project teams, and develop national strategies for irrigation clients. The role requires extensive experience in water resources, particularly irrigation, and involves business development, proposal development, and team supervision. A Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience are required. The position is based in Boise, ID.
Position: Water Supply Management – Business Class Lead for Irrigation

Water Supply Management – Business Class Lead for Irrigation

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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. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
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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.

HDR Engineering is in search of an experienced National Business Class Lead for Irrigation to lead our irrigation practice. The primary duties of the Irrigation Lead are to manage the planning and design of irrigation projects including coordination/leading project teams. This person will help drive our engagement and activities with irrigation clients across the respective region. They will lead the development of our national strategy for Irrigation clients and be the point person for tracking implementation of the strategy.

Will work independently as well as plan organize and supervise work of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task. Experience should include business development related to irrigation projects and working with irrigation districts, the Bureau of Reclamation, Army Corp of Engineers, and Natural Resources Conservation Service. Experience with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribes is desired.

Will be responsible for development of proposals, scopes of work, and contract cost estimates. Proven ability to mentor and supervise staff is desired.
Preferred Qualifications
• 20+ years Water Resources experience, emphasis on irrigation strongly 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
Primary Location

United States-Arizona-Phoenix
Other Locations

United States-Washington-Pasco, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Oregon, United States-California-Long Beach, United States-Oregon-Bend, United States-California-Sacramento, United States-California-San Jose, United States-Oregon-Salem, United States-California-Pasadena, United States-Arizona-Tucson, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Utah-Salt Lake City, United States-New Mexico-Albuquerque, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-California-Irvine, United States-Washington-Tacoma, United States-Idaho, United States-Washington-Everett, United States-Nevada-Reno, United States-Montana, United States-Idaho-Coeur d'Alene, United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-California-Folsom, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Washington, United States-Montana-Bozeman, United States-Arizona, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-Utah, United States-Idaho-Boise, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-New Mexico, United States-Nevada-Las Vegas, United States-Montana-Billings, United States-California, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Ventura
Industry

Water
Schedule

Full-time
Employee Status

Regular
Business Class

Water Supply Management
Job Posting

Oct 22, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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