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?
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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 electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
HDR is seeking a Substation Section Manager to lead our growing and nationally ranked Power Delivery team in Billings, Montana. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior professional with a strong background in power delivery who is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. What You'll Do: As Substation Section Manager, you'll be responsible for the operational and technical leadership of a high-performing production team. You'll oversee project delivery, staffing, quality, utilization, forecasting, and strategic growth-ensuring alignment with HDR's operating goals and values. You'll collaborate closely with local, regional, and national leadership to drive excellence in project execution, client service, and team development. This role is pivotal to the success of HDR's substation business class and offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of power delivery in the region. Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage section operations including staffing, workload forecasting, quality assurance, marketing, profitability, morale, and safety.
- Support project managers through proactive project reviews and mentorship.
- Drive recruiting efforts and talent development to grow the section.
- Foster a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with marketing and client development teams to pursue new business opportunities.
- Promote work-sharing and resource optimization across teams and geographies.
- Administer performance reviews and support career growth for direct reports.
- Champion a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Implement, monitor and support company policy.
- Provide technical leadership, client management, and project oversight as needed.
- Achieves a 70% utilization goal by actively leading or supporting projects.
What We're Looking For:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- A minimum of 10 years experience
- Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Ability to handle multiple assignments
- Good leadership and organizational skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
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.
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.) Montana: $116,000- $190,000
Primary Location
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United States-Montana-Billings
Industry
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Power
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
:
Regular
BusinessClass
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Substation Engineering
Job Posting
:
Jan 28, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Jan 29, 2026