HDR
Illinois Transportation Business Development Leader
HDR, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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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. 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? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story. Every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better, and your work will support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life.
Responsibilities
Manage transportation marketing efforts, communications and business development with business, operations, marketing and project staff to maximize client satisfaction, company growth and profitability.
Manage the development of transportation marketing operating plans and budgets; implement tracking and reporting of Area marketing performance indicators, needed actions, and process improvements.
Work with/directs Area marketing staff on transportation business group pursuits; collaborate with the Area Operations Manager and Area Transportation Business Group Manager to build marketing capabilities through recruitment and staff training; collaborate with operations managers on key hires and investments.
Coordinate marketing activities with other Business Group leads; marketing staff assigned to this position assists with marketing efforts department wide.
Participate in development of strong client relationships and serve as a key client manager for selected clients.
Develop or coordinate the development of robust client management plans and lead or support client management team meetings.
Implement company marketing policies and procedures, standards, quality assurance and risk management within the Area.
Monitor new market trends and participate in development and implementation of local and regional strategic and tactical planning.
Facilitate major pursuit proposal reviews, marketing program evaluations, client feedback, peer reviews, problem resolution, acquisition integration, recognition activities and client functions within the Area.
Participate in Area project pursuits, proposal reviews, program evaluations, track client feedback and peer review actions, problem resolution, acquisition integration, recognition activities and client functions.
Encourage and participate in business and community activities as representative of HDR.
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.
Demonstrated ability to build a network of clients and industry partners.
Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies.
Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in person.
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.
Benefits 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.
Expected compensation range: $116,792 - $220,000 for full‑time regular positions in Illinois. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.
Primary Location: United States‑Illinois‑Rosemont
Other Locations: United States‑Illinois‑Chicago
Industry: Highway + Road; Schedule: Full-time; Employee Status: Regular; Business Class: Highways; Job Posting: Dec 8, 2025.
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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Functions Management, Consulting, and Engineering; Industries: Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services.
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Illinois Transportation Business Development Leader
role at
HDR . 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants.
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? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story. Every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better, and your work will support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life.
Responsibilities
Manage transportation marketing efforts, communications and business development with business, operations, marketing and project staff to maximize client satisfaction, company growth and profitability.
Manage the development of transportation marketing operating plans and budgets; implement tracking and reporting of Area marketing performance indicators, needed actions, and process improvements.
Work with/directs Area marketing staff on transportation business group pursuits; collaborate with the Area Operations Manager and Area Transportation Business Group Manager to build marketing capabilities through recruitment and staff training; collaborate with operations managers on key hires and investments.
Coordinate marketing activities with other Business Group leads; marketing staff assigned to this position assists with marketing efforts department wide.
Participate in development of strong client relationships and serve as a key client manager for selected clients.
Develop or coordinate the development of robust client management plans and lead or support client management team meetings.
Implement company marketing policies and procedures, standards, quality assurance and risk management within the Area.
Monitor new market trends and participate in development and implementation of local and regional strategic and tactical planning.
Facilitate major pursuit proposal reviews, marketing program evaluations, client feedback, peer reviews, problem resolution, acquisition integration, recognition activities and client functions within the Area.
Participate in Area project pursuits, proposal reviews, program evaluations, track client feedback and peer review actions, problem resolution, acquisition integration, recognition activities and client functions.
Encourage and participate in business and community activities as representative of HDR.
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.
Demonstrated ability to build a network of clients and industry partners.
Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies.
Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in person.
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.
Benefits 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.
Expected compensation range: $116,792 - $220,000 for full‑time regular positions in Illinois. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.
Primary Location: United States‑Illinois‑Rosemont
Other Locations: United States‑Illinois‑Chicago
Industry: Highway + Road; Schedule: Full-time; Employee Status: Regular; Business Class: Highways; Job Posting: Dec 8, 2025.
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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Functions Management, Consulting, and Engineering; Industries: Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services.
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