HDR
Central Region Transit Market Sector Leader
About HDR:
At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. HDR is an employee‑owned company that fosters collaboration globally.
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 transport ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life.
Responsibilities The primary duty of the Transit Market Sector Leader – Central Region includes partnering with regional management and the Global Transit Market Sector Director to develop and execute transit and rail market strategies throughout the Central Region. Specific duties include market opportunity assessment, client management, technical and marketing team coordination, staff growth and development, program and project management, and improvement of technical competencies of market sector staff to meet client needs and market drivers.
Additional Duties
Strategic Project and Program Leadership – Provide leadership on multi‑discipline projects and programs across the market sectors and geographic areas. Strategic projects include programmatic assistance of large capital programs, traditional project execution and delivery as well as alternative delivery. Additional duties include senior technical support, quality oversight, best practice development, project leadership, and principal‑level program/project management.
Strategic Planning and Program Growth – Lead and drive program growth for the transit, intercity, and freight rail market sectors and play an integral role in leading strategic growth across the region. Support internal and external client relationships, recruiting and staff development, and major pursuit coordination. Assist with capture planning efforts, pre‑proposal visitations, proposal preparation coordination with technical and marketing staff, presentations, and negotiations.
Global Transit Market Sector Program Growth – Assist the Global Transit Market Sector Director in setting the vision to expand services and win contracts within the market. Support the development and continuous improvement of the market to ensure it is aligned with market needs and supports the professional development of staff.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation planning and/or engineering with a majority of that experience within the market sector.
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering, planning or a related field.
If an engineer, maintain engineering registration.
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services.
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits.
Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth.
Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector.
Ability to work cooperatively with Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Director, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers.
Demonstrated commitment to HDR values and active participation in our employee‑owned culture.
Preferred Qualifications
15 years in leading transit engineering and planning services for major transportation infrastructure development.
Experience with major capital programs from planning through design and construction for private, federal, state, and local clients.
Deep client relationships with transit and rail agencies, or other private entities, in the Central Region and a proven track record of success in this area.
Experience with transit funding program(s) eligibility and requirements.
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for the transportation industry.
Benefits and Compensation HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. Typical starting pay ranges for this position are $162,205 – $210,430 annually in Colorado, $174,342 – $249,060 in Minnesota, and $174,342 – $249,060 in Illinois. Compensation varies with skills, experience, education and location.
Locations Primary Location: United States – Illinois – Chicago
Other Locations:
United States – Illinois – Rosemont
United States – Texas – Austin
United States – Iowa – Des Moines
United States – Nebraska – Omaha
United States – Colorado – Denver
United States – Minnesota – Minneapolis
United States – Michigan – Ann Arbor
United States – Arkansas – Little Rock
United States – Indiana – Indianapolis
United States – Texas – San Antonio
United States – Texas – Dallas
United States – Texas – Houston
United States – Iowa – Council Bluffs
United States – Colorado – Colorado Springs
United States – Iowa – Cedar Rapids
United States – Wisconsin – Madison
United States – Michigan – Lansing
United States – Kansas – Manhattan
United States – Michigan – Grand Rapids
United States – Michigan – Detroit
Schedule and Employment Full‑time, Regular
EEO Statement At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affluent Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrests and conviction records.
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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. HDR is an employee‑owned company that fosters collaboration globally.
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 transport ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life.
Responsibilities The primary duty of the Transit Market Sector Leader – Central Region includes partnering with regional management and the Global Transit Market Sector Director to develop and execute transit and rail market strategies throughout the Central Region. Specific duties include market opportunity assessment, client management, technical and marketing team coordination, staff growth and development, program and project management, and improvement of technical competencies of market sector staff to meet client needs and market drivers.
Additional Duties
Strategic Project and Program Leadership – Provide leadership on multi‑discipline projects and programs across the market sectors and geographic areas. Strategic projects include programmatic assistance of large capital programs, traditional project execution and delivery as well as alternative delivery. Additional duties include senior technical support, quality oversight, best practice development, project leadership, and principal‑level program/project management.
Strategic Planning and Program Growth – Lead and drive program growth for the transit, intercity, and freight rail market sectors and play an integral role in leading strategic growth across the region. Support internal and external client relationships, recruiting and staff development, and major pursuit coordination. Assist with capture planning efforts, pre‑proposal visitations, proposal preparation coordination with technical and marketing staff, presentations, and negotiations.
Global Transit Market Sector Program Growth – Assist the Global Transit Market Sector Director in setting the vision to expand services and win contracts within the market. Support the development and continuous improvement of the market to ensure it is aligned with market needs and supports the professional development of staff.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation planning and/or engineering with a majority of that experience within the market sector.
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering, planning or a related field.
If an engineer, maintain engineering registration.
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services.
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits.
Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth.
Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector.
Ability to work cooperatively with Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Director, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers.
Demonstrated commitment to HDR values and active participation in our employee‑owned culture.
Preferred Qualifications
15 years in leading transit engineering and planning services for major transportation infrastructure development.
Experience with major capital programs from planning through design and construction for private, federal, state, and local clients.
Deep client relationships with transit and rail agencies, or other private entities, in the Central Region and a proven track record of success in this area.
Experience with transit funding program(s) eligibility and requirements.
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for the transportation industry.
Benefits and Compensation HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. Typical starting pay ranges for this position are $162,205 – $210,430 annually in Colorado, $174,342 – $249,060 in Minnesota, and $174,342 – $249,060 in Illinois. Compensation varies with skills, experience, education and location.
Locations Primary Location: United States – Illinois – Chicago
Other Locations:
United States – Illinois – Rosemont
United States – Texas – Austin
United States – Iowa – Des Moines
United States – Nebraska – Omaha
United States – Colorado – Denver
United States – Minnesota – Minneapolis
United States – Michigan – Ann Arbor
United States – Arkansas – Little Rock
United States – Indiana – Indianapolis
United States – Texas – San Antonio
United States – Texas – Dallas
United States – Texas – Houston
United States – Iowa – Council Bluffs
United States – Colorado – Colorado Springs
United States – Iowa – Cedar Rapids
United States – Wisconsin – Madison
United States – Michigan – Lansing
United States – Kansas – Manhattan
United States – Michigan – Grand Rapids
United States – Michigan – Detroit
Schedule and Employment Full‑time, Regular
EEO Statement At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affluent Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrests and conviction records.
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