Northwest Transit Planning Practice Lead

Job Summary

HDR is an employee‑owned firm focused on creating inclusive, innovative environments. We are seeking a Regional Transit Planning Practice Leader to help grow our Transportation Planning Business Class and Transit Market Sector.

• Collaborate with the Transit Planning Practice Leader to identify practice strategy and emerging market opportunities.
• Coordinate region‑specific market drivers and develop products to meet client needs.
• Present regional transit planning activities on regular practice group calls.
• Contribute to the technical development of staff in all transit planning areas (policy, systems, corridor, operations, safety, funding, and all modes).
• Identify market opportunities in coordination with Area Business Development Leaders and develop pursuit strategies.
• Identify and retain industry talent with Area and Corporate leadership.
• Lead workshare communications that result in technical excellence and enhanced utilization.
• Serve as a project manager for major projects, delivering quality work on time and exceeding client expectations.
• Represent HDR at state and regional professional organizations.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of transit planning experience, with breadth across planning areas.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans related to team building, skills development, and business development.
• Master’s degree in Planning, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Professional registration (AICP, PE, PTOE, PTP, PMP) preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of transportation planning experience.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of transit planning principles.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and personnel.
• Solid business development skills and strong presentation capabilities.
• Commitment to HDR’s employee‑owned culture.

United States-Washington-Bellevue

HDR is committed to an inclusive environment where each employee is welcomed, valued, and respected. We celebrate diverse perspectives and encourage collaboration to serve clients and communities worldwide.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.