Senior Level Area Business Manager Jobs
Senior level area business manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of regional strategy, revenue ownership, and the cross-functional teams and initiatives that deliver results. Openings concentrate in Fintech, Banking & Financial Services, and Investment & Asset Management, with 22% offering remote or hybrid arrangements, and employers like JPMorganChase, HDR, and Arcadis hiring at this level now.
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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 specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty a 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 multi-disciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. It's one reason why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
We believe the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.
This position is an integral part of the Alaska Area Leadership Team and local office leadership. Specific responsibilities include oversight of federal programs and project delivery, client management, quality control, marketing support, and staff development. The position includes management of multi-discipline design activities including schematic design development and development of construction documents to support large, medium, and small-scale federal facility and GIS projects. Projects include horizontal and vertical construction for military and international and interagency support, facilities, sustainment, restoration and modernization (FSRM), as well as other federal projects such as asset management and military planning. Most of these projects are performed under A-E IDC contracts with varying degrees of technical complexity and project team size.
The successful candidate should have some established federal client and teaming partner relationships in Alaska, show a track record of developing and enhancing relationships, and have experience in the complete life cycle of project delivery including fee proposal development, negotiations, contractual review, design, and construction management oversight.
Additional responsibilities include coordinating staff assignment and workload projections with other HDR Business groups; working with the Federal Services Group to achieve contract compliance with Federal Regulations; and working with the local Area Manager to prepare and review fee proposals, perform project reviews, monitor financial performance, and implement QA/QC programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional registration as an Engineer
- Ability to market services and develop strong client relationships with US Government Agencies, such as USACE, NAVFAC NW, US Coast Guard, US Bureau of Reclamation, US Fish and Wildlife and the National Park Service.
- This position is subject to a governmental background check.
- Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field
- A minimum of 10 years experience
- Demonstrated experience with leading diverse teams
- Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
- Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand
- Ability to work cooperatively with regional and local office managers, other area business group directors, technical directors and marketing managers 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.
Primary Location
: United States-Alaska-AnchorageIndustry
: FederalSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Sep 9, 2026
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 specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty a 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 multi-disciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. It's one reason why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
We believe the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.
This position is an integral part of the Alaska Area Leadership Team and local office leadership. Specific responsibilities include oversight of federal programs and project delivery, client management, quality control, marketing support, and staff development. The position includes management of multi-discipline design activities including schematic design development and development of construction documents to support large, medium, and small-scale federal facility and GIS projects. Projects include horizontal and vertical construction for military and international and interagency support, facilities, sustainment, restoration and modernization (FSRM), as well as other federal projects such as asset management and military planning. Most of these projects are performed under A-E IDC contracts with varying degrees of technical complexity and project team size.
The successful candidate should have some established federal client and teaming partner relationships in Alaska, show a track record of developing and enhancing relationships, and have experience in the complete life cycle of project delivery including fee proposal development, negotiations, contractual review, design, and construction management oversight.
Additional responsibilities include coordinating staff assignment and workload projections with other HDR Business groups; working with the Federal Services Group to achieve contract compliance with Federal Regulations; and working with the local Area Manager to prepare and review fee proposals, perform project reviews, monitor financial performance, and implement QA/QC programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional registration as an Engineer
- Ability to market services and develop strong client relationships with US Government Agencies, such as USACE, NAVFAC NW, US Coast Guard, US Bureau of Reclamation, US Fish and Wildlife and the National Park Service.
- This position is subject to a governmental background check.
- Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field
- A minimum of 10 years experience
- Demonstrated experience with leading diverse teams
- Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
- Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand
- Ability to work cooperatively with regional and local office managers, other area business group directors, technical directors and marketing managers 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.
Primary Location
: United States-Alaska-AnchorageIndustry
: FederalSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Sep 9, 2026See All 13 Senior Level Area Business Manager Jobs
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Senior Level Area Business Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level area business manager job?
Employers hiring at this level want candidates who have owned a territory or region end-to-end, not just contributed to one. A strong application highlights consistent revenue growth, experience managing distributor or dealer networks, and a history of developing junior staff. Cross-functional leadership, P&L ownership, and the ability to translate corporate strategy into field execution are the clearest differentiators at the senior stage.
Which companies hire senior level area business managers?
Companies hiring senior level area business managers right now include JPMorganChase, HDR, and Arcadis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among companies with established regional structures, including large manufacturers, medical device and pharmaceutical firms, consumer goods brands, and technology distributors that rely on field-based revenue leadership.
Are there remote senior level area business manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level involve regular field presence. About 22% of senior level area business manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at companies that use centralized reporting but require regular travel across a defined territory. Fully remote roles exist but are less frequent given the client-facing and team-leadership nature of the work.
What makes an area business manager role senior level?
Senior level area business manager roles carry broader geographic scope, larger revenue responsibility, and direct accountability for team performance rather than individual contribution. These positions typically involve setting regional strategy, managing managers or senior individual contributors, leading high-stakes client or partner relationships, and reporting directly to divisional or national leadership. Mentoring early-career staff and shaping territory planning processes are also consistent expectations at this stage.
Which industries hire the most senior level area business managers?
Senior level area business manager roles concentrate in Fintech, Banking & Financial Services, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive demand because they depend on decentralized field leadership to manage complex distribution networks, customer relationships, or regulated sales environments that require experienced professionals with deep market knowledge and proven regional accountability.