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Building Structures Practice Lead - Australia


Company : HDR


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-07-08


Job Type : Full Time


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Building Structures Practice Lead - AustraliaJoin to apply for the Building Structures Practice Lead - Australia role at HDRBuilding Structures Practice Lead - Australia1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Building Structures Practice Lead - Australia role at HDRGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.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:'' 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.The RoleAs a result of the continued growth of our Building Services Business Group, HDR is excited to offer an opportunity for a Building Structures Practice Lead to establish and lead our building structures discipline across Australia.This senior role, internally titled Area Business Class Leader Building Structures, offers the opportunity to shape HDRs building structures offering in Australia. As an experienced and technically accomplished leader, you will develop and drive strategy, technical excellence and team development, while expanding our national footprint in close partnership with clients and HDRs cross-disciplinary teams.Initially a hands-on position, youll play a key role in project delivery whilst developing client relationships and laying the foundation for long-term team and business growth.We''ll count on you to:Develop and implement HDRs building structures strategy to establish and grow the practice across Australia.Build client relationships and secure major project wins.Actively deliver projects.Oversee the technical excellence and quality of building structural engineering across diverse sectorsBuild and lead a high performing team aligned with HDRs values and technical standardsCollaborate across business groups to deliver integrated solutions for our clientsActively lead as a member of the Building Engineering Services Leadership Team.Champion diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, advocating for an inclusive working environment and fostering a culture of belonging.As part of a global organisation, you will have access to the resources and expertise of our 13,000-strong team, empowering you to shape and grow a practice with both local and global reach.About YouThe ideal candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification and professional registration, alongside a minimum of 15 years of experience within consulting engineering. You are known for your technical expertise, commercial acumen and ability to win and deliver complex projects. Your strong client network and passion for innovation, quality and team development will be key to your success.This position is based in Sydney. Your willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to connect with your team, clients and global colleagues will be essential.Required QualificationsBachelor''s degree in Engineering15 years of experienceCommitted to quality, improvement and HDR valuesMaintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experienceExperienced in development and management of diverse teamsWorks cooperatively with other area business class leaders, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class effortsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We BelieveHDR 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 CommitmentAs 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. 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