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Get Access To All JobsWaste Northeast Regional Business Development Leader
- (192748)
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?
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.
The Waste Northeast Business Development Leader will be expected to:
- Collaborate with Area Market Sector Leader, Regional Business Development Leader, and Practice Leadership to ensure that local teams are driving market opportunities within the Sector growth by leveraging all service lines.
- Strategic growth of the Northeast Region by identifying market sector opportunities and implementing plans to capture additional opportunities and markets.
- Coordinate with Area Market Sector Leads, Area RBG Managers, Practice Leaders, and local areas to develop a team that is coordinated and focused on driving the market sector with key clients and client opportunities at a regional level.
- Track market changes through client/industry involvement and be the primary holder of our image/reputation. Attend state waste and industry related conferences.
- Develop and collaborate on a Waste approach for Client Development Plans, inclusive of a system to track/monitor progress of these plans.
- Serve as Project Manager for select key clients.
- Possesses & maintain knowledge of client needs, plans, current and trending business environment, and their assessment of HDR in order to anticipate, track and capture contract assignments.
- Develop and maintain relationships with strategic teaming partners (inclusive of General Contractors) who are key to the success of the Sector.
- Identify key talent in the Waste market and assist with recruitment of identified talent including key staff retention.
- Leverage existing HDR resources to provide full cross sector and multi business class collaboration for targeted clients.
- Collaborate with the Area and Regional Waste Sector Leadership Management Team. Assist in developing market strategies, strategic initiatives, and business development.
- Work with local area leadership to identify market opportunities, create relationships, and grow the Waste Sector.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field
- Maintain a professional or engineering registration or certificate or have related technical experience
- Demonstrated ability to build a network of clients and industry partners
- Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in growing programs in new or highly competitive markets
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
- Demonstrated "self-starter" with a history of completing projects with limited oversight
- Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry's standard approach to procurement of professional services
- Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others
- Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign
- Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in-person
- Demonstrated experience in winning high-value contracts in the A/E/C industry
- Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff
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.) Pay Transparency: $132,020 - $188,600.
Primary Location:
United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg
Other Locations:
United States-Ohio-Cincinnati, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Pennsylvania-Plymouth Meeting, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Virginia-Richmond, United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem, United States-New Jersey-Woodcliff Lake, United States-Rhode Island-Providence, United States-Ohio-Cleveland, United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh, United States-New York-White Plains, United States-Virginia-Arlington, United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Maryland-Fulton
Industry:
Waste
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Waste Services
Job Posting:
Apr 28, 2026
Waste Northeast Regional Business Development Leader
- (192748)
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?
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.
The Waste Northeast Business Development Leader will be expected to:
- Collaborate with Area Market Sector Leader, Regional Business Development Leader, and Practice Leadership to ensure that local teams are driving market opportunities within the Sector growth by leveraging all service lines.
- Strategic growth of the Northeast Region by identifying market sector opportunities and implementing plans to capture additional opportunities and markets.
- Coordinate with Area Market Sector Leads, Area RBG Managers, Practice Leaders, and local areas to develop a team that is coordinated and focused on driving the market sector with key clients and client opportunities at a regional level.
- Track market changes through client/industry involvement and be the primary holder of our image/reputation. Attend state waste and industry related conferences.
- Develop and collaborate on a Waste approach for Client Development Plans, inclusive of a system to track/monitor progress of these plans.
- Serve as Project Manager for select key clients.
- Possesses & maintain knowledge of client needs, plans, current and trending business environment, and their assessment of HDR in order to anticipate, track and capture contract assignments.
- Develop and maintain relationships with strategic teaming partners (inclusive of General Contractors) who are key to the success of the Sector.
- Identify key talent in the Waste market and assist with recruitment of identified talent including key staff retention.
- Leverage existing HDR resources to provide full cross sector and multi business class collaboration for targeted clients.
- Collaborate with the Area and Regional Waste Sector Leadership Management Team. Assist in developing market strategies, strategic initiatives, and business development.
- Work with local area leadership to identify market opportunities, create relationships, and grow the Waste Sector.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field
- Maintain a professional or engineering registration or certificate or have related technical experience
- Demonstrated ability to build a network of clients and industry partners
- Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in growing programs in new or highly competitive markets
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
- Demonstrated "self-starter" with a history of completing projects with limited oversight
- Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry's standard approach to procurement of professional services
- Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others
- Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign
- Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in-person
- Demonstrated experience in winning high-value contracts in the A/E/C industry
- Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff
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.) Pay Transparency: $132,020 - $188,600.
Primary Location:
United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg
Other Locations:
United States-Ohio-Cincinnati, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Pennsylvania-Plymouth Meeting, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Virginia-Richmond, United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem, United States-New Jersey-Woodcliff Lake, United States-Rhode Island-Providence, United States-Ohio-Cleveland, United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh, United States-New York-White Plains, United States-Virginia-Arlington, United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Maryland-Fulton
Industry:
Waste
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Waste Services
Job Posting:
Apr 28, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Business Development Leader
Map your degree to the specialty occupation standard
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to business development work. If your degree is in a adjacent field like engineering or economics, document how your coursework maps to revenue strategy, client acquisition, and market expansion functions.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Business Development Leader roles by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings. This confirms the employer has completed the mandatory wage certification step before, not just that they claim willingness to sponsor.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Look up your target metro area and SOC code in the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your LCA must certify at least the Level I prevailing wage, so knowing the floor protects you from offers that won't survive the DOL filing.
Ask employers about cap-exempt entity affiliations
Some companies partner with or place staff at universities, nonprofits, or research institutions that qualify for H-1B cap exemptions. A business development role at a for-profit firm may still qualify if the work directly supports a cap-exempt organization's mission.
Submit your H-1B registration in the March window
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for the October 1 fiscal year start. Business development roles are cap-subject, so missing the registration window means waiting a full year. Confirm your employer is prepared to register you before March 1.
Document quantifiable business impact before your petition
USCIS scrutinizes business development roles more than technical ones because the degree-to-job connection is less obvious. Gather performance data showing revenue targets met, partnership deals closed, or market segments you expanded to support the specialty occupation determination.
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Find Business Development Leader JobsBusiness Development Leader H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Development Leader role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the employer must demonstrate the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business administration, marketing, or international relations. Generalist roles where any degree qualifies regardless of field are harder to approve. The job description needs to show that specialized theoretical knowledge drives the work, not just sales experience.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Business Development Leader positions?
Search Migrate Mate to find Business Development Leader roles filtered by employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings. This is a stronger signal than employers who simply say they are open to sponsorship, because LCA certification means they've already completed a mandatory step with the Department of Labor for that job category.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Business Development Leader role before my petition is approved?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer once they file a non-frivolous transfer petition, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation, and your new employer files a fresh I-129 petition with USCIS.
What SOC code covers Business Development Leader roles for LCA and prevailing wage purposes?
Most Business Development Leader roles fall under SOC 11-2022 (Sales Managers) or 13-1161 (Market Research Analysts), depending on how the role is structured. The O*NET profile for each code describes the duties USCIS and DOL expect. Your employer's attorney chooses the code, but confirming it matches your actual responsibilities helps avoid an RFE.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Business Development Leader role is eliminated or restructured?
Your H-1B is tied to the specific employer and job as filed. If the role is eliminated, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart. If the role is restructured into substantially different duties, your employer should amend the H-1B petition before the change takes effect to stay compliant with USCIS requirements.
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