HDR, Inc.
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Who You Are
You are comfortable leading high-profile meetings with the public, clients, and project stakeholders.
You have experience leading work with creative disciplines including graphic design, web development, and social media.
You have a record of accomplishment in creating and implementing communications plans that include target audience strategies, marketing, advertising plans, and collateral material development.
You develop and manage project scopes and budgets.
You are comfortable working on multi-disciplinary teams and collaborating effectively with colleagues on campaign development activities.
You are a writer, skilled at defining and communicating a message.
You're a self-starter who thrives and adapts in fast-paced environments.
You enjoy managing client relationships and fostering new ones.
You are exceptionally organized with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or closely related field
10+ years of relevant experience
Previous consulting experience
Previous experience with water and wastewater projects
Knowledge and experience developing and implementing communications plans and campaigns
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience writing for multiple mediums
Willingness to travel to support our work across the Mid-Atlantic region
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 7 years relevant industry experience, including management experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and ability to work independent with multiple teams as well as team oriented
Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills
Great interpersonal and communication skills - positive outlook and attitude
High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Comfortable and competent while working with senior leaders and managing cross-functional efforts
Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
Committed to quality, continuous improvement, and HDR values
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Benefits 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 away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
{Baltimore}: $88,862- $126,945
{Fulton}: $93,093- $132,990
Locations Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Vienna
Other Locations: United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Maryland-Fulton
Industry Strategic Communications
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
Posting Date Oct 8, 2025
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Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Who You Are
You are comfortable leading high-profile meetings with the public, clients, and project stakeholders.
You have experience leading work with creative disciplines including graphic design, web development, and social media.
You have a record of accomplishment in creating and implementing communications plans that include target audience strategies, marketing, advertising plans, and collateral material development.
You develop and manage project scopes and budgets.
You are comfortable working on multi-disciplinary teams and collaborating effectively with colleagues on campaign development activities.
You are a writer, skilled at defining and communicating a message.
You're a self-starter who thrives and adapts in fast-paced environments.
You enjoy managing client relationships and fostering new ones.
You are exceptionally organized with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or closely related field
10+ years of relevant experience
Previous consulting experience
Previous experience with water and wastewater projects
Knowledge and experience developing and implementing communications plans and campaigns
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience writing for multiple mediums
Willingness to travel to support our work across the Mid-Atlantic region
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 7 years relevant industry experience, including management experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and ability to work independent with multiple teams as well as team oriented
Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills
Great interpersonal and communication skills - positive outlook and attitude
High aptitude for managing and solving tactical issues
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Comfortable and competent while working with senior leaders and managing cross-functional efforts
Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
Committed to quality, continuous improvement, and HDR values
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Benefits 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 away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
{Baltimore}: $88,862- $126,945
{Fulton}: $93,093- $132,990
Locations Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Vienna
Other Locations: United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Maryland-Fulton
Industry Strategic Communications
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
Posting Date Oct 8, 2025
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