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Senior Transportation Program Manager
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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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world.
We believe transportation is more than movement — it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainability and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental professionals, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
In the role of Senior Program Manager, we’ll count on you to:
Represent the planning, design and construction interests of agencies throughout the delivery of transportation projects
Direct and coordinate with multiple consultants, contractors and agencies and help establish the sequencing of project from financing to completion
Provide oversight of the design and quality assurance processes
Plan guidelines and performance specs for bidding
Identify emerging technologies needed to best serve the interests of the client and project
Oversee the development, maintenance, and delivery of technologies and services to clients
Provide direction and be involved with community and public outreach activities related to the development of this project
Oversee construction management sequence and delivery
Develop and implement the company’s technology, standards, project delivery practices, facilities, equipment, tools, and associated training programs for the successful execution of all work associated with the project
Serve as client manager and Senior Project Manager
Build area technical expertise and production capacity through recruitment and training
Participate and engage technical experts in support of client development and project pursuits
Participate and encourage technical expert involvement in industry organizations and functions including presentations and publications
Preferred Qualifications
15+ years of highway, rail, or grade separation project management experience is required
Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills
Good communication, leadership, planning and mentoring skills
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration or a closely related field
At least one of the following licenses/certifications:
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification;
PMI Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification;
AICP Certification
CMAA Certified Construction Manager (CCM) Certification
Program management experience consistent with the following requirements:
A minimum of six (6) years of program management experience, with at least four (4) years as a Program Manager or similar role with equivalent responsibilities
Experience leading as a Program Manager or serving in a similar role on the delivery of two or more programs, each with a capital value of $350 million or more. Experience delivering concurrent programs with a total value of $350 million or more qualifies as one of the required programs.
Strong leadership skills with experience building a cohesive team culture and managing team members located in various locations
Excellent communication skills. Comfortable presenting to client executives and in front of a large audience in a public setting
Management experience with the implementation of projects or programs using alternative and collaborative delivery methods, including design-build (DB), progressive design-build (PDB), and/or construction management at-risk (CMAR)
Familiar with tools used to manage large programs - PMIS, CMIS, scheduling, cost control, document management, risk management, asset management, dashboard analytics, etc.
Experience working in an integrated fashion within a Program Management Office (PMO) comprised of both consultant and client staff
What We Believe & Our Commitment HDR is our company. 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. 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.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. Compensation ranges vary by location and experience. The expected compensation range for this position is for illustrative purposes and may be adjusted.
Primary Location: United States-California-Irvine. Other Locations: United States-California-Los Angeles. Industry: Transit. Schedule: Full-time. Employee Status: Regular. BusinessClass: Transit Engineering. Job Posting: Oct 17, 2025.
HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Senior Transportation Program Manager
role at
HDR
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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world.
We believe transportation is more than movement — it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainability and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental professionals, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
In the role of Senior Program Manager, we’ll count on you to:
Represent the planning, design and construction interests of agencies throughout the delivery of transportation projects
Direct and coordinate with multiple consultants, contractors and agencies and help establish the sequencing of project from financing to completion
Provide oversight of the design and quality assurance processes
Plan guidelines and performance specs for bidding
Identify emerging technologies needed to best serve the interests of the client and project
Oversee the development, maintenance, and delivery of technologies and services to clients
Provide direction and be involved with community and public outreach activities related to the development of this project
Oversee construction management sequence and delivery
Develop and implement the company’s technology, standards, project delivery practices, facilities, equipment, tools, and associated training programs for the successful execution of all work associated with the project
Serve as client manager and Senior Project Manager
Build area technical expertise and production capacity through recruitment and training
Participate and engage technical experts in support of client development and project pursuits
Participate and encourage technical expert involvement in industry organizations and functions including presentations and publications
Preferred Qualifications
15+ years of highway, rail, or grade separation project management experience is required
Demonstrated business development and strategic planning skills
Good communication, leadership, planning and mentoring skills
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Sciences, Business Administration or a closely related field
At least one of the following licenses/certifications:
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification;
PMI Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification;
AICP Certification
CMAA Certified Construction Manager (CCM) Certification
Program management experience consistent with the following requirements:
A minimum of six (6) years of program management experience, with at least four (4) years as a Program Manager or similar role with equivalent responsibilities
Experience leading as a Program Manager or serving in a similar role on the delivery of two or more programs, each with a capital value of $350 million or more. Experience delivering concurrent programs with a total value of $350 million or more qualifies as one of the required programs.
Strong leadership skills with experience building a cohesive team culture and managing team members located in various locations
Excellent communication skills. Comfortable presenting to client executives and in front of a large audience in a public setting
Management experience with the implementation of projects or programs using alternative and collaborative delivery methods, including design-build (DB), progressive design-build (PDB), and/or construction management at-risk (CMAR)
Familiar with tools used to manage large programs - PMIS, CMIS, scheduling, cost control, document management, risk management, asset management, dashboard analytics, etc.
Experience working in an integrated fashion within a Program Management Office (PMO) comprised of both consultant and client staff
What We Believe & Our Commitment HDR is our company. 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. 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.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. Compensation ranges vary by location and experience. The expected compensation range for this position is for illustrative purposes and may be adjusted.
Primary Location: United States-California-Irvine. Other Locations: United States-California-Los Angeles. Industry: Transit. Schedule: Full-time. Employee Status: Regular. BusinessClass: Transit Engineering. Job Posting: Oct 17, 2025.
HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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