Commercial Management Director
The Commercial Management Director is responsible for leadership, strategy, and delivery of key initiatives that drive the advancement of HDR’s Commercial Management Business Class. The objective of the Commercial Management Business Class is to foster a community of practice that connects and elevates Commercial Management professionals across HDR’s six business groups – Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Federal, Resources, Transportation, and Water – and positions HDR as an industry leader recognized by our clients for exceptional project execution.
The Commercial Management Business Class provides internal and external services including contract management and administration, dispute management, subcontractor management, contract negotiations support, risk management support, claims management, and project / program dashboards / reporting.
Primary Responsibilities
Establish strong partnerships with Business Group, Market Sector, Business Class, Professional Services, and Operations Leadership to align the Commercial Management practice with HDR’s Cross‑Sector construct and drive the practice toward the following goals :
- Elevate the technical practice and its people.
- Align with market sectors and operational areas.
- Build and maintain a company‑wide community of practice.
- Champion the matrix organization.
- Support exceptional project delivery.
The Commercial Management Director will also directly support project teams to successfully deliver projects. This position will be client‑billable for approximately 30% of the successful candidate’s time.
Additional Responsibilities
Provide subject‑matter expertise to the Commercial Management practice to foster an industry‑recognized reputation for professional excellence.Collaborate across the organization to elevate the reputation of the Commercial Management practice.Produce, improve, and implement standard processes and procedures to enhance project performance.Support business group market sectors and Commercial Management business class leads in identifying, attracting, hiring, and retaining a coordinated talent pool with the necessary technical profile.Lead the technical development of Commercial Management professionals that drives exceptional project delivery and commercial success.Oversee the creation and maintenance of technical practices, standards, and expectations to minimize project losses and improve HDR project success.Act as a boundary spanner and information broker to pair expertise and resources with projects during the pursuit and execution phases.Lead work‑sharing communications that result in technical excellence and enhanced utilization at both local and national levels.Evaluate and leverage technology solutions to elevate the Commercial Management practice and best serve internal and external clients.Actively drive open communication of current / projected production needs and collaborate with Geographical Operations Leadership to influence staffing and expertise levels.Provide hands‑on mentoring and team participation to support Commercial Managers within the business class.Mentor Commercial Management staff in nuances of different market sectors.Foresee emerging drivers and influence Commercial Management professionals to prepare for improved project performance.Champion a quality culture for all personnel within the Commercial Management practice and associated Geographical Operations units.Advocate for professional development of staff and development of production tools, best practices, policies, procedures, papers, presentations, professional associates credentialing, recognition of technical achievement, practice group activities, and automation tools.Act as a role model of HDR’s values, code of conduct, and the professional, ethical, and business standards expected by clients and required by licensing and credentialing entities.Champion HDR’s culture : Client Service, Teamwork, Entrepreneurial Attitude, and “Do the Right Thing” Integrity.Perform other duties as needed.Preferred Qualifications
Maintains professional or engineering registration.Commercial Management experience within the Architecture / Engineering / Construction (AEC) industry.Commercial Management experience on large, complex AEC projects, particularly those delivered via alternative delivery methods (design‑build, construction manager / general contractor, public‑private partnership, etc.).Working knowledge of Project Management Information System software such as QuickBase and its application to projects for commercial management purposes.Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Sciences, Architecture, Engineering, or a closely related field.Minimum of 15 years’ experience in a related management role.Experience in management and development of diverse teams.Works cooperatively with company, operations managers, technical directors, and marketing managers on Cross‑Sector efforts.Committed to quality, improvement, and HDR values.In‑depth understanding of HDR vision, mission, and values.Must be a professional and ethical role model.Must strive to implement delivery of business group service area expertise and high‑quality products to further HDR’s long‑term goals.Adopts an attitude and commitment to being an active participant of HDR’s employee‑owned culture.Location
Primary location : Omaha, Nebraska. Other potential locations across the United States are considered.
Benefits and Compensation
The expected compensation range for this position is $181,580–$259,400, depending on skills, experience, education, and geographic location.
A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employment
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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