Georgia Highways Market Sector Lead

HDR • Atlanta, GA

75d

About The Position

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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 10 years related experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software.
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Nice To Haves

• 15 years experience in transportation and/or engineering with a majority of that experience within the market sector.
• If an engineer, maintaining engineering registration.
• Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services.
• Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits.
• Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth.
• Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector.
• Ability to work cooperatively with Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Director, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers.
• Demonstrated commitment to HDR values.
• Local candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promoting the marketing and delivery of all HDR services to clients within Georgia working with our client managers and project managers.
• Working with the Area Business Group Manager on development and delivery of market sector initiatives.
• Working with the area client development leaders to drive client development and pursuit processes based on proven capture techniques.
• Supporting selected Georgia area pursuits through client relationship development and/or through development of strategy and participation in pursuit activities.
• Participating in industry associations and serving as a company role-model in business and community organizations.
• Monitoring marketing capabilities and provide H&R MS support to help the GA Area achieve goals.
• Developing relationships with industry counterparts in other consulting organizations.
• Developing relationships with senior leadership in key client organizations.
• Leading / Assisting with the identification and recruitment of prospective future market sector employees.
• Monitoring market sector performance indicators NFE/NFB/profits/positive equity/AR/losses/investments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees