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 currently in need of a Water Resources Engineer to work as a member of our Transportation Business Group in our Virginia Beach, Fulton, Glen Allen, Roanoke or Vienna offices.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide project engineering and task management, conduct difficult to complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling; conduct stormwater collection systems modeling and design for highway/transit projects; collect, assimilate and present data in reports, memos and public forums; lead production of design calculations and technical reports; and lead preparation of engineering plans and specifications for design of detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities and other hydraulic structure

• Work independently in addition to planning, organizing and assisting groups of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task

• Conduct water resources planning, plan formulation and concept development, and develop planning documentation

• Assist in water resources permitting effort

• Mentor and oversee Water Resources EIT

• Perform other duties as needed

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or other Water Engineering related field

• Previous experience in water resources engineering project

• PE or ability to obtain within 12 month

• Highway drainage experience required

• Experience with water resources design elements related to stormwater management, culverts, storm systems and E&S controls required

• Excellent oral and written communication skill

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office, Microstation, HEC-RAS, FHWA hydraulic programs and all other software used for drainage design for VDOT or MDOT projects preferred

• Familiarity with regional standards and permitting process including VDOT, MDOT, VPDES and MDE

• Preference given to local candidate

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.