HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.
When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.
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Pros: HDR offers civil engineers great learning and development on diverse infrastructure projects. The collaborative culture with supportive colleagues is a highlight. Compensation is competitive for the engineering industry, and benefits (health, retirement) are strong, providing excellent stability for a professional services firm.
Cons: Promotions can feel slow due to bureaucracy, and company-wide communication from leadership sometimes lacks transparency. Approval processes for changes can also be lengthy.
Advice to Management: Focus on streamlining the promotion process and improving transparency in company-wide strategic communications. Empower teams more to reduce lengthy approval cycles.
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Pros: I've been a Civil Engineer here for a bit, and the hybrid work option in the Denver office is pretty good. It lets me balance some personal stuff during the week. Project variety in infrastructure is solid.
Cons: Sometimes, managing project deadlines means a lot of overtime, especially as a lead engineer. The expectations for billable hours can make work-life balance tough. You really gotta set boundaries or you'll burn out.
Advice to Management: Try to support project managers more so they don't always push for excessive overtime to hit targets. Emphasize sustainable workload management for all engineering roles.
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Pros: It's a really stable engineering firm, which is nice. As a Project Manager, you get to work on some genuinely interesting infrastructure projects. The Denver office has some great folks, and there's good job security here.
Cons: What about leadership? It really depends on your immediate supervisor. Upper management in this large corporate environment sometimes feels a bit out of touch, and big decisions can take a while. Communication could be better, even with hybrid work options.
Advice to Management: Focus on improving transparent communication from the executive level down to project teams. Empower middle management more to make decisions without excessive bureaucracy. A bit more focus on leadership development beyond technical skills would help.
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What is the typical team collaboration like for a project engineer at HDR, especially when working on large infrastructure projects?
Collaboration at HDR is project-dependent but generally involves cross-functional teams. You'll often work closely with engineers, architects, and project managers, utilizing shared platforms for communication and document management to keep large-scale projects moving efficiently.
What is the typical work-life balance like for engineers at HDR, especially in the Denver office?
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What is HDR's policy on remote work for engineers in their Chicago office?
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What is the typical work-life balance like for engineers at HDR, and how does management support it?
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What is the typical work-life balance like for an engineer at HDR, especially in their Denver office?
Work-life balance at HDR can vary by project and team, but generally, the company supports reasonable hours. Engineers often find flexibility, though some project deadlines may require extra effort.
What is HDR's policy on remote work for engineering roles, and how flexible is it for project managers in the Denver office?
HDR offers a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. For roles like project managers in our Denver engineering office, many have found success with a mix of both, typically working from home a couple of days a week.
What is HDR's policy on remote work for engineering positions in their Chicago office?
HDR offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility for many roles, including engineering. Employees typically work a few days in the Chicago office and the remainder remotely, balancing team collaboration with individual focus.
What is the typical team structure and management style like for project engineers at HDR?
Project teams at HDR are generally collaborative, with a mix of senior and junior engineers working under a project manager. Management emphasizes open communication and provides opportunities for mentorship, though the specific style can vary by project lead.
