Transit Strategic Program Director

Transit Strategic Program Growth Director

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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’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.

We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

• Partner with the Market Sector Directors, transit engineering, rail and transit systems and O&M facilities design teams, Business Development Leads, Transportation Client Development Director, Regional and National Business Group leadership, to identify strategic focus areas, market drivers and define strategies for clients, including marketing and positioning for strategic pursuits in the transit market.
• In collaboration with the Business Class Directors, serve as a technical advisor or lead in support of strategic pursuits and projects.
• With support from the Transit Market Sector Director, Transit Engineering, Rail and Transit Systems and O&M Facilities Design Business Class Director, take a leadership role in assessing the marketplace and develop recommendations and strategies for the best business approach for HDR.
• Actively support proposal and collateral material development in collaboration with area and regional leadership.
• In collaboration with area and regional leadership, foster collaboration to support the hire and retention of staff.
• In collaboration with area and regional leadership, proactively monitor performance of transit aligned business classes trends including staffing, turnover, backlog, open positions, and utilization.
• Monitor workshare efforts and provide input to area and regional leadership.
• Serve as a project manager or principal in charge and leverage HDR’s global expertise to deliver quality work on time, while meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• Partner with Market Sector Directors and Business Class Directors in the development and execution of key initiatives during strategic planning and annual alignment meetings. Some of these initiatives may include commercially deploying new technologies and services to our clients.
• Actively participate in key trade associations and related activities that support business strategy and client development.
• Participate in monthly business class and transit market sector national coordination meetings.
• Provide input to transit aligned business class directors on staff development and recognition in company-wide programs.

• A highly skilled professional and nationally recognized industry leader in transit and rail planning, engineering, and construction in the United States.
• A respected organizational leader with a demonstrated…