Management Consulting Analyst

HDR•Washington, DC

4d•Onsite

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? 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. 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. HDR is a top ten U.S. architecture, engineering, and professional services firm with a growing international practice. HDR is currently looking for a Management Consulting Analyst for the Washington D.C. office. Analysts are expected to support work opportunities related to funding evaluation, grant strategy, strategic planning, innovative project delivery analysis, and financial planning. The work typically supports national infrastructure grant programs and innovative project delivery for federally funded projects. Candidates with sound knowledge and skills in technical document development, researching and evaluating State and Federal program and funding requirements, financial analysis capabilities, and strong written and verbal communication skills will excel in this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field
A minimum of 2 years related experience
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required
A minimum of 4 years of work experience with an emphasis on written communication skills, the understanding and assisting in the development of annual budgets, and capital improvement plans for State or municipal governments, transit agencies, railroads, ports, State Departments of Transportation, and/or Metropolitan Planning Organizations.
Strong analytical skills, including experience gathering and analyzing demographic, economic, market, and financial data to support strategic, data-driven recommendations.
Position requires an individual with the ability to interact with clients.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred in Planning, Public Administration, Public Finance, Business, or related field
6 Years experience is preferred
Public-Private Partnership knowledge or experience
Local candidates preferred

Responsibilities

Research and assist in evaluating potential funding sources and program requirements and assist in writing technical documents for transportation projects and short and long-range capital improvement programs - including transit, intercity passenger rail, toll and managed lanes, freight rail, active transportation, and airport projects across all phases of the project lifecycle—planning, design, construction and operations and maintenance.
Support market, demographic, economic, and land use analyses to inform infrastructure planning, investment, and development strategies.
Collect, organize, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from public, private, and proprietary sources to support client recommendations, including developing clear and concise presentations on findings.
Evaluate market trends, development activity, economic conditions, and growth forecasts to assess project opportunities and risks.
Support feasibility analyses involving development potential, demand drivers, revenue forecasts, and implementation considerations.
Assist in the identification of projects that would be competitive for state/federal grant programs and assist in writing grant applications.
Assist in developing policy approaches, procurement documents and related program implementation guidelines and strategies
Support the development of public-private partnership and alternative delivery projects and prepare related project documents and guidelines.
Support studies involving analysis of program delivery options for infrastructure projects.
Support the development of solutions to address economic, financial, and policy issues impacting infrastructure.
Develop financial models and support financial analysis of infrastructure projects.
Coordinate with diverse project teams (internal and external) for data collection, project development, and technical analysis
Research and write reports
Prepare client presentations
Support marketing of management consulting and advisory services to transportation clients nationally