Colin Rohlfing, architecture director of sustainable development, is speaking with Heather Holdridge, director of design performance at Lake Flato Architects, about radical climate action and the benefits and challenges facing net-positive design at The American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2026 Conference on Architecture & Design in San Diego. Drawing on a collective portfolio of net-zero energy and carbon-positive projects, the session will unpack both breakthroughs and lessons learned to highlight practical insights into net-positive energy design, embodied carbon reduction and resilient systems integration. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eMwuBzh7
About us
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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- Design Services
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- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Omaha, Nebraska
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- Privately Held
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- engineering, consulting, architecture, planning, mechanical, drinking water, healthcare, oil and gas, power, energy, science & technology, transportation, waste management, wastewater and reuse, resource mgmt, water resources & fisheries, interior design, military design, and program management
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Updates
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We're heading to Washington, D.C. for AWWA! Join us throughout the week as we share insights at technical sessions, connect with peers at different events and explore the latest innovations driving the water industry forward. Whether you're there to learn, network, or explore innovations shaping the future of water, we’d love to catch up. See where to find us: https://lnkd.in/eveZHd7T American Water Works Association | Ramola Vaidya, PhD, PE | Jess Adams-Weber, P.E. | Katie Livas | Pierre Kwan | Mersedeh Akhoondan, PhD, PE | Julie L. Labonte | Karen Pappas PE | Andrew Watson, P.E. | Chance Lauderdale | Brent Tippey #ACE26
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Scheduling workshops play a critical role in creating alignment across complex programs, but they’re often underutilized or overlooked in early planning. When brought from the outset, these workshops can help teams validate assumptions, map dependencies and agree on how work will actually be delivered. The result? A stronger schedule and delivery strategy. In this article, Kelly McKay explores the benefits of schedule workshops and how to run them successfully. Read here: https://lnkd.in/ep4BfzWb
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Driving a stronger, more integrated maritime program delivery starts with the right leadership. Andrew Thiess has been promoted to maritime program management lead, bringing more than 30 years of experience delivering complex port and waterfront infrastructure across the U.S. and globally. He will help unite HDR’s ports and maritime and PM/CM expertise to support increasingly complex, high-impact programs. Congratulate and read more about him and his new role: https://lnkd.in/ekTRKjNu
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As transit programs grow in size and complexity, the role of program management continues to evolve. In a new Metro Magazine podcast, Brian Buchanan shares lessons from decades in both the public and private sectors on delivering major transit investments. Listen to the conversation: https://bit.ly/4tSXiNR
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Introducing Spectations, a new Speaking of Design podcast series that speaks to the evolving landscape of sports and recreation and the spaces that bring them to life. Hosted by Andrew Elmer, director of sports and recreation architecture, Spectations delivers candid conversations and practical insights to and from the sports and recreation community. Listen to the teaser now and look forward to our first episode launch on June 9: https://bit.ly/4nJIwY0
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Water infrastructure may be invisible, but its value is undeniable. With the right data, tools and messaging, we can help your stakeholders see just that. Our Value of Water framework is more than a philosophy; it’s a proven approach to making smarter, more impactful decisions. In this latest article, Trent Stober and Amy Shahar share real-world examples and strategies to help water stewards justify funding, maximize value, and align community’s economic, societal and environmental goals: https://lnkd.in/gXdxDJKg #ValueOfWater #ValueWater
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Looking forward to the Engineers' Society of Western PA International Bridge Conference®, June 15-17 in National Harbor, MD. Our colleagues, Matthew Bunner, Nicholas Burdette, Daniel Antoniono, PE, CBSI, NCTI and Sam Trehy will present or moderate on a range of topics including rehabilitation, analysis, construction and more. To find out when and where, check out our events page: https://bit.ly/4dDMKMp #IBC2026 #InternationalBridgeConference
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Join us in congratulating Lisa Lyons, lighting business class lead, and Eric Rushenberg, associate market lead for the technology, media and telecommunications sector, on being selected for Consulting-Specifying Engineer’s 2026 40 Under 40 program. The program recognizes outstanding young professionals who are making an impact across the engineering community and supporting the building industry. Nominees are submitted by peers and mentors and evaluated by a panel of industry experts across nine key areas, including academic achievement, professional accomplishments, community involvement and personal growth. Learn more about the 40 Under 40 program here: https://lnkd.in/eW7z8m9g #CSE40Under40 #Engineering #BuiltEnvironment
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On National Dam Safety Awareness Day, we recognize the importance of shared responsibility in maintaining safe, reliable dam and levee systems. These structures play a vital role in protecting and sustaining downstream communities, from flood risk reduction to water supply and recreation. We’re committed to helping advance resilient, forward-looking solutions that strengthen these systems for generations to come. Explore more: https://bit.ly/4uS0r1g #DamSafetyDay | Association of State Dam Safety Officials (ASDSO)
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