Executive Director - HDR Foundation

Executive Director - HDR Foundation (181974)

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that.

We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.

That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

The HDR Foundation provides grants to qualified organizations that align with HDR’s areas of expertise : education, healthy communities and environmental stewardship.

As an employee-funded and employee-driven foundation, preference is given to organizations located in communities where HDR employees live and work, and those with strong employee involvement.

Since its inception, the HDR Foundation has provided more than $9 million in grants to over 350 organizations.

The Executive Director of the HDR Foundation executes the vision, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and grantmaking operations of the HDR Foundation.

Position defines the goals and tactics for the annual Day of Giving’ fundraising campaign, oversees grant-making initiatives, represents the Foundation at internal business group and leadership conferences, and advises on Foundation initiatives, including those that align with HDR, such as ESG reporting, and HDR’s Strategic Plan.

Position reports to the HDR Foundation Board of Directors.

Core Competencies

A deep understanding of applied philanthropy is a core competency for this position. The Executive Director is a nonprofit leader, with honed communications and management skills that include collaborative decision-making, planning & vision-setting, and public and written communications skills.

All are key to building the visibility and employee trust of the HDR Foundation. Personal integrity and a deep commitment to the vision and values of HDR and its employee-owners are critical.

Managerial Functions of the Position

Governance - Plans, directs, and evaluates the organization's day-to-day operations to ensure that all operations of the Foundation are carried out in accordance with Board direction and applicable laws governing private foundations.

Grantmaking With HDR’s administrative support, evaluates grant application submission material. Oversees Foundation grant initiatives including competitive grant cycles, impact grants, employee disaster relief support and targeted funding opportunities, such as Employee Network Group grant program.

Fiscal Controls With HDR’s accounting support, monitors fiscal activities of Foundation and HDR’s global funds. Assures grant awards comply both charity regulations and Board guidance.

Communications and Outreach - Maintains a visible profile for the HDR Foundation by participating in events, conferences, and office visits around the company.

Hosts webinars, develops educational outreach material, and advises employees regarding grant sponsorship and volunteer opportunities within the Foundation.

Span of Control

There are no direct reports to the ED position. The Foundation Director has access to the matrix talent within HDR.

Minimum Qualifications :

• 5 years’ professional experience in either a non-profit or corporate environment having successfully demonstrated organizational management, visioning, public involvement and operational / fiscal acumen.
• Proficient knowledge in professional areas such as philanthropy, development, public policy, governance and board development.
• Demonstrated strengths in interpersonal, oral and written communication. Strong influential abilities through public speaking is a must.
• Demonstrated success in diverse group collaboration.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to attain results across a matrix organization through the power of influence vs authority.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree.
• Experience working for an employee-owned firm.
• Previous experience implementing and developing strategic plans.
• 3 years’ experience working for a grantmaking foundation and / or serving in a leadership role for a non-profit organization.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

What We Believe

Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.

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.

Primary Location

United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Tennessee-Nashville, United States-Missouri-St Louis, United States-New Jersey-Newark, United States-New York-New York, United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Utah-Salt Lake City, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-California-Irvine, United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-Arizona-Phoenix, United States-California-San Francisco, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-South Carolina-Charleston, United States-New Jersey-Lawrenceville, United States-California-Folsom, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Virginia-Richmond, United States-Illinois-Chicago, United States-New Jersey-Mahwah, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-Alaska-Anchorage, United States-Idaho-Boise, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Texas-San Antonio, United States-Montana-Billings, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-Virginia-Norfolk, United States-Kentucky-Lexington.

Industry

Corporate / Support Services

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 30, 2024

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.

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