Transit Strategic Program Growth Director at HDR

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

Primary Responsibilities

HDR is currently looking for a Transit Strategic Program Growth Director to support the growth of our transit engineering, rail and transit systems, operations and maintenance facilities programming and planning business classes and associated practice groups within our growing Transportation Business Group. The Transit Strategic Program Growth Director will provide support for transit aligned business classes and foster collaboration to support business development, project delivery, and the professional development of employee-owners. Future strategic growth and geographic development are fundamental expectations for this position.

HDR is one of the premier transportation consulting firms in the industry and known globally for delivering custom solutions to challenging projects. From supporting transit and rail infrastructure projects, to facility improvements, along with systems projects, we have the experience to identify and implement the right solutions for our clients. And with every project we produce, we build on our superior reputation for technical excellence. We also help our clients maximize value by enhancing these projects with smart and sustainable features. It’s all done in concert with our tailored approach to planning and design that precisely answers each client’s vision and goals.

The primary objective of the Transit Strategic Program Growth Director is to support the positioning for project pursuits and assist our project teams in the technical delivery of high-quality work. We have strong technical expertise and consistently provide outstanding service. We are seeking a proven Transportation leader to elevate our practice and strengthen client relationships in the market. The primary responsibilities of this position are divided into three areas:

Project work (40% Utilization)

Develop and lead implementation of Strategic Program Plans and identify new business opportunities in the transit market (30%)

Lead Strategic Alignment Planning between our market sector, transit engineering, rail and transit systems and O&M facilities design teams (30%).

In this role of Transit Strategic Program Growth Director, you will be responsible for working:

• 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.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

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 record of developing, supporting, and maximizing the effectiveness of high-performance teams.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline required along with a Professional Engineering license (P.E.)

A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience is required.

Experience developing and enhancing transportation client relationships throughout the complete life cycle of project delivery including marketing, proposal development, negotiations, contract execution, planning, design and construction

Experienced in the development and management of diverse teams.

Must have well-developed analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.

Ability to work cooperatively with regional and local office managers, other area business group directors, technical directors and marketing managers

Committed to quality, improvement, and HDR values.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field
• 10 years experience in related field
• Maintains a professional or Engineering registration and has related technical experience
• Experienced in development and management of diverse teams
• Works cooperatively with other business class regional directors, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class efforts
• Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
  
  

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) California; Colorado ; Illinois; Massachusetts; Minnesota; New Jersey; New York; Washington D.C.; Washington State; $196,796 - $329,648.(depending on city/state) British Columbia: $157,080- $258,060.

Primary Location:

United States-New York-New York

Other Locations:

United States-Arizona-Phoenix, United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-California-San Francisco, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-New York-East Syracuse, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Florida-Fort Lauderdale, United States-Illinois-Chicago, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Washington-Seattle, Canada-British Columbia-Vancouver, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-California-San Diego, United States-New York-White Plains, United States-Texas-Houston, Canada-Ontario-Toronto

Industry:

Transit

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Transit Engineering

Job Posting:

Dec 23, 2025


At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.