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HDR, Inc.

Transportation Planning Section Manager

HDR, Inc., Orlando, Florida, us, 32885

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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?

We believe transportation is more than movement; it is 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.

HDR is looking for a Transportation Planning Section Manager to lead our Central Florida team based out of our Orlando office. The Transportation Planning Section Manager is the leader of our large local program, helping develop and meet financial goals, and supporting the area marketing plan while working closely with the Marketing Manager, fellow Section Managers, and multiple Project Managers. Their team is engaged in transportation planning, project development, NEPA/PD&E, traffic engineering, and transportation policy activities. These services support our diverse transportation client base in the Central Florida area. Our Transportation Section Managers work with our Transportation Business Group Leader to deliver comprehensive transportation services for our clients.

Take responsibility for operations of the section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control, and marketing support

Work in partnership with regional business development directors, client managers, and business class leaders to develop a short‑term marketing action plan for longer‑term program development. Be involved in marketing proposals and interviews

Develop multidisciplinary teams through training and work planning exercises

Lead project teams to successfully deliver on a variety of transportation planning projects including complete streets, transit planning, traffic analysis, long‑range planning, community planning, or PD&E

Provide overall support to area leadership to maintain regional planning practice profitability, staff development, and client relationships

Participation in HDR National Practice Group(s), Industry Association(s), and Civic Organization(s)

Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff to implement, monitor, and support company policy

Maintain current knowledge of related Federal, State, and Local guidelines, regulations and policies

Preferred Qualifications

Florida PE or ability to obtain within 6 months (PE)

APA recognition as Certified Planner (AICP)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Experience leading multi‑discipline groups of professional staff

Experience working with or for FDOT

Experience working with or for Florida Cities or Counties

Experience working with or for an MPO/TPO organization

Fluency with Microsoft tools such as MS Project, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Sharepoint and OneDrive

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

A minimum of 10 years experience

Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role

Strong communication and listening skills

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Good leadership and organizational skills

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Location: United States-Florida-Orlando

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