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

HDR is looking for a Senior Hydraulic Modeling & Planning Engineer with a focus in utility planning using hydraulic modeling software to join our team of Engineers, Scientists and Project Managers to support projects for HDR clients across Colorado. The ideal candidate will have a background involving the delivery of utility infrastructure master planning, design, and hydraulic modeling projects associated with water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems. They will be responsible for developing and calibrating water and wastewater hydraulic models, performing GIS data analysis, alternatives analysis, preliminary engineering, cost analysis, and capital project development. Other responsibilities will include client interaction in project meetings and presentations, report writing, and developing proposal scopes with level of effort estimates. This role may include task-level responsibility for project teams, mentoring other staff, and quality assurance/quality control activities for hydraulic modeling and master planning projects.

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Required Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field required
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in utility hydraulic modeling and utility master planning
• PE license
• Knowledge and experience with wastewater collection system and/or water distribution system hydraulic modeling software
• Willingness to learn and grow technical and professional skills to meet client and market needs
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a team environment
• Must possess excellent organizational and time management skills
• Must have excellent written and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field a plus
• Proficiency in ArcGIS for mapping and analysis
• Knowledge and experience with software such as InfoAsset Planner, Python, R, Tableau, PowerBI or similar
• Task management experience with increasing responsibility
• Experience working for a public water and/or wastewater utility, public works department, or engineering consulting firm is beneficial
• Experience assisting with project budgeting, project management, and client management activities
• Experience working with clients within Colorado and the Denver metropolitan area

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 $115,192.00 - $164,560.00 annually/hourly 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.)