HDR employee at the South Rim Grand Canyon Water Treatment Plant

Your Water Career Starts (and Grows) Here

Shape What’s Next — for Communities and for Your Career

At HDR, we believe great outcomes start with great people. That’s why we invest in our teams from day one, creating an environment where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your ideas lead to real impact.

Our water professionals work closely with clients to take on complex challenges. From protecting vital resources to building resilient infrastructure, we help improve lives and strengthen communities. Our work spans the full water cycle, including treatment facilities, pump stations, levees, pipelines, stormwater systems and fisheries.

Here, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll discover ways to build your career. As an employee-owned company, HDR is built on shared success. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your expertise, explore new paths and contribute to something bigger than yourself.

We’re looking for people who want to make a difference. If that sounds like you, let’s move forward together.

Explore Our Current Opportunities

HDR employee at the Carsbad Desalination Plant, California
Project Engineer

As a Project Engineer, you'll be part of a collaborative and innovative team focused on delivering high-impact water and wastewater projects. Whether you're crunching design calculations or coordinating across offices, your work will directly support the success of our clients and communities.

HDR employees at the San Mateo Wastewater Treatment plant, California
Project Manager

As a Project Manager in our water program, you’ll be the cornerstone of our project delivery. You’ll oversee both small-scale single-discipline planning efforts and large, multidisciplinary design projects. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on managing details, building strong client relationships, and leading talented technical teams.

HDR employee at the Betasso Water Treatment Plant, Colorado
Senior Project Manager

As a Senior Project Manager within our water program, you’ll lead the execution of complex, high-profile projects and strategic client initiatives. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients and a mentor to internal teams, helping to shape our technical and business approach across the water sector.

HDR employee at the Piscataway Water Resource Recovery Facility, Maryland
All Water Opportunities

Don’t see the role you’re looking for?

Check out all water job openings or contact Keegan.Yager [at] hdrinc.com (Keegan Yager) to discuss.

Snapshot of Life at HDR

Picture this: Waking up every day to take on new challenges and exciting projects. Learn more about what your career could be like at HDR.

  • HDR employees on site at the Piscataway Water Resource Recovery Facility, Maryland
  • HDR employee inspecting the La Prele dam on a rope, Wyoming
  • Operations support for the Advanced Water Treatment Pilot Unit, Maryland
  • HDR employees on site at the San Diego Hodges dam, California
  • HDR employee at the Blue Plains Wastewater Treatment Plant, Maryland
  • HDR employee at the Betasso Water Treatment Plant, Colorado

Projects that Make a Difference

EchoWater Advanced Wastewater Treatment Program Management
Native Salmonid Conservation Facility