Highway / Civil Section Leader - CT

HDR•Rocky Hill, CT

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? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around 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. In the role of Highway / Civil Section Leader - CT our team will count on you to:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
A minimum of 10 years experience
Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

10+ years of experience in roadway design and construction inspection.
Fluency with AutoDesk Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation, and Bentley InRoads.
MSCE
Experience with MicroStation, InRoads, Microsoft Office applications
Comprehension with Microsoft Office and other processing software.
Experience working with and knowledge of CTDOT plans and specifications.
Experience designing urban and rural highway interchanges, roadway intersections, traffic management solutions, complete streets concepts, and roadway drainage.
Experience developing construction plans, roadway alignments, drainage design, and site grading.
Experience performing site inspections, documenting site conditions and construction activities, coordinating with client and contractor staff, and responding to contractor requests for information.
Excellent communication, motivation, and organizational skills.
An interest to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
Preference given to local candidates.

Responsibilities

Take responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews
Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
Be directly involved with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issues
See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
Implement, monitor and support company policy including but not limited to Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
Select, train, develop and manage technical personnel
Manage and develop multidiscipline teams
Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts
Work collaboratively with a project team to develop designs for urban and rural roadway projects.
Knowledge of all elements of a roadway project including intersection, roadway design and ability to manage teams in multiple NE offices as needed.
Provide management, design and deliverable oversight for the production of roadway and civil projects
Manage complex transportation projects and provide technical assistance on projects in CT and possibly throughout New England
Managing staff, deliverables, schedules and project budgets.
Organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed
Assist the Transportation Business Group in defining the applicable market strategies, identify project specific pursuits, prepare and lead design proposals
Work with Business/Accounting Manager or Project Controller and Department Manager for project reviews and with company management as needed
Function as Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities
Serve as a Client Manager for selected key clients
Support selected Area strategic pursuits through client relationship development and participation in pursuit activities
Support HDR’s presence and representation and be an active participant with relevant industry organizations in the US like AASHTO, NASTO, and others
Promote the marketing and delivery of HDR services to clients by supporting our client managers
Develop and maintain relationships with senior leadership in key client organizations
Perform other duties as needed