MO-KS Area Aviation Market Sector Leader

HDR • St. Louis, MO

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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?

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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.
As Area Market Sector Leader you will serve as overall lead across the MOKS Area by setting vision and direction for implementation of firm’s strategy to expand and provide aviation services to current and potential Aviation Market Sector Clients. In addition, will facilitate development and implementation of Aviation Market Sector business strategies and operating plans across the firm in coordination with Aviation market sector leadership, area business group leadership, area operational leadership, client managers and business class directors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, planning or a related field
• A minimum of 10 years of industry experience
• 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 Regional Market Sector Directors, Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Directors, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers
• Demonstrated commitment to HDR values. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

• 15+ years of experience in aviation planning and/or engineering.
• If an engineer, maintain engineering registration with Area states.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Client Manager for selected key clients within the Area and be active and visible in the industry.
• Help develop and set Aviation Market Sector Strategy for HDR.
• Promote the marketing and delivery of all HDR services to clients while working with our client managers
• Work with Area Business Group Managers and other leaders on development and delivery of area and market sector initiatives and goals.
• Work with the client development leaders to drive client development and pursuit processes based on proven capture techniques.
• Lead selected pursuits through client relationship development and/or through development of strategy and participation in pursuit activities.
• Participate in industry associations and serve as a company role-model in business and community organizations at local, area and national levels.
• Identify key investments (acquisitions and technology) that will maintain or drive HDR into industry leadership positions.
• Develop relationships with industry counterparts in other consulting organizations.
• Develop relationships with senior leadership in key client organizations.
• Assume responsibility for coordination within the Area and support of work-sharing among departments.
• Work with the Area, business class directors and practice groups to drive technical excellence and coordinate technical staff to support the program and marketing efforts.
• Work with the Area Business Development Leader and Area Management teams to coordinate staffing/recruiting plans for key hires and assist local leadership as necessary with local hires. Identify resource gaps and support talent management and recruiting.
• Take on Project Management Assignments that make sense for this leadership role.

Benefits

• 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.
• foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities
• employee-owners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior