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

In the role of Area Acoustics Section Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Acoustics team, monitor workload, provide ongoing coaching/training, and support marketing efforts.
• Coordinate with the local area, regional leadership, and HDR's Acoustics program to drive business growth and support key initiatives.
• Typical tasks include architectural acoustics, mobile source acoustics, environmental noise and vibration related analyses.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships within the local team, technical partners, clients, and stakeholders.
• Serve as a seller-doer with the responsibility to pursue and win work but also maintain a profitable utilization goal for your team and yourself.
• Ensure compliance with HDR policies, procedures, quality assurance, and risk management.
• Prepare and manage scopes of work, budgets, and schedules required for communication efforts, including managing subcontractors.
• Seek out and participate in industry and community activities as a representative of HDR.
• Perform other duties as needed.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years management experience
• Professional registration or license
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• Familiar with relevant ISO and related acoustical standards
• Familiarity of local clients and markets
• Familiar with current guidance documents for acoustical analyses (FHWA, FTA, FRA, USIBC, etc)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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.