Florida MPO Practice Leader

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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.

HDR is currently looking for a statewide Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Practice Leader to complement our growing Transportation Planning Business Class.

• Take responsibility for statewide development, coordination, monitoring and improvement of technical competencies of metropolitan planning staff and products to meet client needs and market drivers
• Collaborate with company wide MPO Practice Group members to elevate our metropolitan planning practice and develop staff involved with policy, performance‑based systems planning, corridor planning and development, operations and safety, affordable housing and resiliency, funding, and associated aspects of the entire multimodal system.
• Work with other practice leaders to develop transformative ideas that will enable clients to take advantage of emerging transportation trends (automated‑connected‑electric‑shared vehicles, micro‑transit, micro‑mobility, big data, etc.) and future‑proof investments; and allow HDR to maintain thought leadership position in the industry.
• Actively drive open communication with the Practice Group members regarding current/projected production needs; and collaborate with areas to influence staffing and expertise levels.
• Identify market opportunities in close coordination with area leadership and develop winning pursuit strategies. Also assist with local and state pursuits.
• Oversee delivery of project services and deliverables to meet client expectations.
• Maintain standards for quality and consistency of service brand.
• Maintain qualification packages and staff skills matrix that can be readily utilized for project pursuits. Assist with the development of marketing materials including proposals.
• Lead workshare communications that result in technical excellence and enhanced utilizations.
• Advocate for professional development of staff and development of production tools: best practices, technical policies and procedures, papers and presentations, Professional Associates credentialing, recognition of technical achievement, practice group activities, and automation tools.
• Serve as a project manager for MPO contracts and leverage HDR’s expertise to deliver quality work on time, while meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• Develop client relationships in close coordination with leadership and local MPO planning staff.
• Perform other duties as needed.