Industrial Logistics UK Practice Lead

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HDR Engineering is looking for a UK Industrial Logistics Practice Lead to join our growing Industrial Sector.

The UK Industrial Logistics Practice Lead is responsible for oversight of HDR’s UK Industrial Logistics Practice strategy, client development, growing a book of business, recruitment, financial performance and project delivery. Oversee technical and financial performance for planning, design, and construction programs for industrial logistics facilities; work with HDR local operations managers, regional directors and Industrial Sector leadership in the areas of strategic planning, development of annual and long term goals, budgeting, program leadership, client development, community and industry participation, project pursuits and staffing.

Responsibilities In the role of Project Principal General, we\’ll count on you to:

• Develop and implement the strategy and tactics for profitable sustainable growth of HDR’s Industrial Logistics Practice in the UK.
• Provide technical oversight and leadership of project delivery in the Industrial Logistics Practice in the UK.
• Recruit, retain, mentor and train key personnel required to deliver Industrial Logistics Practice projects and build client relationships.
• Work with HDR’s Alternative Delivery Director to build relationships with targeted Construction General Contractors within the Industrial Logistics market place.
• Gain an understanding of all of HDR’s service offerings and determine which can be leveraged into the Industrial Logistics Practice market. These include environmental, water, packaging, Architecture, transportation, civil/structural, geotechnical, electrical/I&C, strategic communications, sustainability and many other service offerings.
• Work with Business Group and Operational leadership on HDR’s Annual Planning and Budgeting process for the Industrial Logistics Practice in the UK.
• Manage projects and/or provide Subject Matter Expertise for Industrial Logistics projects.
• Participate in development of strong client relationships and serve as a client manager for key clients.
• Monitor new and emerging trends in the market place and participate in development and implementation of local and regional HDR strategic and tactical planning.
• Facilitate major pursuit proposal and scope/budget/schedule reviews, client feedback, problem resolution, recognition activities and client development within the Practice.
• Encourage and participate in business and community activities as representative of HDR.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Science or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the Industrial industry.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain clients in consulting industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Work cooperatively within the HDR Matrix, diverse teams, regional, department, technical managers and project staff.
• Committed to quality, continuous improvement and HDR values.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\’s degree in related field
• 15 years related experience
• A minimum of 7 years project management experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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