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Northeast Region Aviation Market Sector Leader
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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 within our communities, constantly asking: What is our impact on 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, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life. You will work with planners, engineers, architects, and specialists to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs.
Role Overview As Regional Market Sector Leader, you will serve as overall lead across the Northeast Region, setting vision and direction for implementing the firm’s strategy to expand and provide aviation services to current and potential clients. You will facilitate development and implementation of Aviation Market Sector business strategies and operating plans across the firm in coordination with leadership teams.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Client Manager for key clients within the area, acting as a pursuit champion and resource for HDR pursuits.
Identify and develop project opportunities, planning, directing, and monitoring large multi-discipline or medium-sized projects with high technical complexity.
Drive business development by assessing the region’s marketplace, determining the best approach to secure contracts, and collaborating across sectors.
Promote HDR services to clients, support marketing and delivery, and develop industry associations and community organizations.
Identify technological investments and build relationships with industry counterparts and senior client leaders.
Staff Development Responsibilities
Coordinate regional support and work-sharing among departments.
Drive technical excellence and coordinate staffing for programs and marketing efforts.
Identify needs for new or improved services and products within the practice.
Assist in recruiting and talent management for key hires.
Support to Operations
Assist in client management, monitoring market sector performance indicators, and implementing process improvements.
Facilitate work-sharing and optimize company resources.
Assist with contract review, risk management, quality reviews, and claim resolution.
Promote QA/QC and support marketing and project activities with key technical expertise.
Lead annual planning for the market sector and provide insights for trends and drivers.
Preferred Qualifications
15+ years of experience in aviation planning and/or engineering.
If engineer, maintain engineering registration.
Established relationships with NE aviation clients.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, planning, or related field.
Minimum 10 years of industry experience.
Experience in strategic marketing programs for architecture, engineering, or planning services.
Experience in managing a range of client relationships and project pursuits.
Experience in staff development, recruiting, and career growth.
Active participation in industry associations and strong market sector presence.
Commitment to HDR values and employee-owned culture.
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 trust, and connects us closer to clients and communities.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all play a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work daily.
Benefits A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
Compensation ranges: Connecticut $195,135‑$264,006; Maryland $186,252‑$252,005; Massachusetts $212,874‑$288,006; New Jersey $204,004‑$276,006; New York $177,395‑$330,625; Ohio $177,395‑$240,005; Rhode Island $186,265‑$252,005; Washington D.C. $221,744‑$300,006.
Primary Location United States - Pennsylvania - Pittsburgh
Industry Aviation
Schedule Full-time
Employment Status Regular
Business Class Airfield Design
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.
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Northeast Region Aviation Market Sector Leader
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 within our communities, constantly asking: What is our impact on 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, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life. You will work with planners, engineers, architects, and specialists to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs.
Role Overview As Regional Market Sector Leader, you will serve as overall lead across the Northeast Region, setting vision and direction for implementing the firm’s strategy to expand and provide aviation services to current and potential clients. You will facilitate development and implementation of Aviation Market Sector business strategies and operating plans across the firm in coordination with leadership teams.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Client Manager for key clients within the area, acting as a pursuit champion and resource for HDR pursuits.
Identify and develop project opportunities, planning, directing, and monitoring large multi-discipline or medium-sized projects with high technical complexity.
Drive business development by assessing the region’s marketplace, determining the best approach to secure contracts, and collaborating across sectors.
Promote HDR services to clients, support marketing and delivery, and develop industry associations and community organizations.
Identify technological investments and build relationships with industry counterparts and senior client leaders.
Staff Development Responsibilities
Coordinate regional support and work-sharing among departments.
Drive technical excellence and coordinate staffing for programs and marketing efforts.
Identify needs for new or improved services and products within the practice.
Assist in recruiting and talent management for key hires.
Support to Operations
Assist in client management, monitoring market sector performance indicators, and implementing process improvements.
Facilitate work-sharing and optimize company resources.
Assist with contract review, risk management, quality reviews, and claim resolution.
Promote QA/QC and support marketing and project activities with key technical expertise.
Lead annual planning for the market sector and provide insights for trends and drivers.
Preferred Qualifications
15+ years of experience in aviation planning and/or engineering.
If engineer, maintain engineering registration.
Established relationships with NE aviation clients.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, planning, or related field.
Minimum 10 years of industry experience.
Experience in strategic marketing programs for architecture, engineering, or planning services.
Experience in managing a range of client relationships and project pursuits.
Experience in staff development, recruiting, and career growth.
Active participation in industry associations and strong market sector presence.
Commitment to HDR values and employee-owned culture.
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 trust, and connects us closer to clients and communities.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all play a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work daily.
Benefits A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
Compensation ranges: Connecticut $195,135‑$264,006; Maryland $186,252‑$252,005; Massachusetts $212,874‑$288,006; New Jersey $204,004‑$276,006; New York $177,395‑$330,625; Ohio $177,395‑$240,005; Rhode Island $186,265‑$252,005; Washington D.C. $221,744‑$300,006.
Primary Location United States - Pennsylvania - Pittsburgh
Industry Aviation
Schedule Full-time
Employment Status Regular
Business Class Airfield Design
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.
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