HDR

Consulting

WaterResourcesPrincipalEconomist

$185–275k ~AI est. United States PART TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Water Resources Principal Economist at HDR. Skills: Water resources economics, Project funding, Client relationships. Develop new work opportunities. Manage new work opportunities”

Industry & Context.

Consulting
Problems you'll solve

Complex problems

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

15 years of professional experience, Staff management experience, Client development experience, Proposal writing experience, Project management experience

Nice to Have

PhD in Economics or related field

What You'll Do.

Develop new work opportunities

Manage new work opportunities

Coordinate work assignments

Expand economic-related services

Market economics consulting services

Leverage client relationships

Build new client relationships

Develop client relationships

Maintain client relationships

Identify cross-sector opportunities

Plan approaches to requested work

Devise methods for collecting data

Devise methods for processing data

Develop consulting teams

Deliver client assignments

Plan work of professional staff

Organize work of professional staff

Supervise work of professional staff

Provide staff support

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multidisciplinary teams; Regional and national technical leaders

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

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'  Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.  We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.  We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy. As part of HDR’s Minnesota and Wisconsin Water Business Group, our Water Resources Management team is recognized throughout the region in the planning, design, and delivery of complex water infrastructure projects, including developing funding strategies for these critical projects. As a Principal Economist you will work with Water Business Group leadership to lead, shape, and grow HDR’s involvement in identifying funding opportunities for water resources projects across the United States.  Our employee

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