Practice Leader for Commuter, Intercity and High-Speed Rail Engineering

HDR • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

HDR is currently looking for a companywide Engineering Lead to complement our growing Transportation Business and support the Commuter, Intercity, and High-Speed Rail Practice Group. The Commuter, Intercity, and High-Speed Rail Engineering Lead will focus on the delivery of Planning, Engineering, Program Management, Systems including power, OCS, Train Control, PTC, Structures, Facilities, and Track disciplines for Intercity and High-Speed Rail Engineering projects/programs. HDR is one of the premier transportation consulting firms in the industry and known globally for delivering custom solutions to challenging projects. From supporting all Class I railroads through short-line railroad projects, to commuter, intercity and high-speed rail 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an architecture, engineering, planning or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of industry experience.
• Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for architecture, engineering and or planning 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 Area Market Sector Directors, 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. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Nice To Haves

• A highly skilled professional and nationally recognized industry leader in railroad planning, engineering, and construction in the United States.
• Deep experience in understanding and resolving the challenges of passenger and freight shared corridor operations.
• 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 in planning, design, and construction of commuter, intercity, or high-speed rail projects and programs is required.
• Experienced in the development and management of diverse teams.
• Must have well-developed analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Committed to quality, improvement, and HDR values.
• Experience with FRA, STB, other USDOT and State programs, especially federal grants, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in open communication and collaboration with relevant business classes and practice groups regarding current/projected production needs; and collaborate with areas to influence staffing and expertise levels.
• Develop client and funding partner relationships in close coordination with Area Business Development Leaders, applicable business classes and practice groups, and local transit planning staff.
• Collaborate with area, market and corporate leaders to set vision for growth, and develop and implement profitable growth strategies.
• Identify and propose strategic investments and hires to drive delivery and growth.
• Identify market opportunities in close coordination with Area Business Development Leaders and develop winning pursuit strategies.
• Lead selected large and strategic pursuits. Also assist with local and national pursuits.
• Identify industry talent and work with Area and Corporate leadership to attract and retain staff.
• Oversee delivery of project services and deliverables to meet client expectations.
• Maintain standards for quality and consistency of service brand.
• Maintain qualification packages and staff skills matrix that can be readily utilized for project pursuits. Assist with the development of marketing materials including proposals.
• Lead workshare communications that result in technical excellence and enhanced utilizations.
• Advocate for professional development of staff and development of production tools: best practices, technical policies and procedures, papers and presentations, Professional Associates credentialing, recognition of technical achievement, practice group activities, and automation tools.
• Coach and mentor staff; develop leaders.
• Serve as a project manager or principal in charge on largest, most strategic projects and leverage HDR’s global expertise to deliver quality work on time, while meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• Represent HDR at state and national level professional organizations.
• Lead and collaborate for strengthening HDR’s brand and positioning in market.
• Act as role model of our values and code of conduct, as well as professional/ethical/business standards expected by specific clients and required by licensing/credentialing entities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

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