Area Transportation Business Group Manager

Area Transportation Business Group Manager

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.

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.

• Collaborate with the Business Development Lead in supporting strategic client and project pursuits.
• Manage projects, providing technical services and staff administration.
• Oversee quality of deliverables and supervise and mentor staff.
• Prepare annual revenue forecasts and budgets; monitor performance of the business group.
• Help sell and win projects that match the expertise and developmental goals of the staff for their respective cost center.
• Coordinate services with other business lines in the company, working cooperatively with counterparts in the Central region and National Directors.

• A minimum of 15 years’ experience in related Transportation Projects, in any of the specialty areas represented by the group.
• 10+ years’ experience managing multidisciplinary teams and client relationships.
• Positive marketplace experience with a strong reputation and successful project delivery.
• Recognized industry track record of delivering high‑quality, cost‑effective solutions, meeting both client and regulatory expectations.
• Highly developed communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and operational execution skills, with a history of initiating, leading, and managing organizational or team growth.
• Committed to continuous improvement, quality delivery, and upholding corporate values including integrity, sustainability, and innovation.
• Ability to set and execute a strategic direction for the transportation practice in Minnesota and Wisconsin aligned with the firm’s overall vision and long‑term goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
• A minimum of 10 years experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams.
• Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values.
• Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand.
• Ability to work cooperatively with regional and local office managers, other area business group directors, technical directors and marketing managers.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

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

Local candidates residing in the Twin Cities area are strongly preferred to support client engagement and regional business growth.

Primary

Location:

United States‑Minnesota‑Saint Louis Park

Highway & Road

Full‑time

Regular

Business Class:
Highways