Senior Aviation Consultant

HDR•St. Louis, MO

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. If directing and monitoring all aspects of multi-disciplined airport projects with high degrees of technical complexity and leading project staff is what you aspire to do, HDR is looking for you! As an Aviation Project Manager, you will be a partner with local area leadership and our national aviation experts on the pursuit and delivery of aviation projects and managing project staff. HDR is seeking a Senior Aviation Consultant to join our Aviation program. The Senior Aviation Consultant is a strategic and technical leadership role that integrates market development with practice excellence across the Area. This position is responsible for driving growth, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and developing talent within the Aviation Business Class. Reporting to the Professional Services Leader, this position collaborates with regional, area, business class and business group leadership to align business strategy with technical execution, positioning HDR as a premier service provider in their field, and champion technical excellence of the team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field
7 years related experience
A minimum of 2 years project management experience
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

Minimum of 5 years of aviation design project management experience.
15 years’ experience in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills.
Knowledge of the local aviation market in Missouri
Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand
Learning on the Fly
Problem Solving
Time Management
Result Driven
Customer Focus
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Demonstrated leadership skills
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Responsibilities

Serve as Project Manager or Technical Project Lead for key/critical projects or programs including airside, landside and master planning.
Works with local and national aviation and aerospace staff to establish HDR as a premier service provider in both fields.
Support company and client goals to advance sustainability and decarbonization efforts within Aviation, Airport and Aerospace market sectors.
Lead strategic planning and execution for market growth within the assigned practice area.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, with a deep understanding of client needs, funding mechanisms, and regulatory environments.
Will act as a doer/seller for current and future airport related projects.
Will also work with Business/Accounting Managers, Project Controllers, and the Area Manager or Office Principals for project reviews.
Will also be responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures, and for the execution of training for personnel as established by strategic plans.
Partner with Area Business Development Lead and others to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
Oversee quality assurance processes, including critical project reviews.
Collaborate with national and regional technical leaders to maintain a cutting-edge, competitive practice and manage workshare.
Mentor and develop staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Monitor utilization and coordinate staffing strategies, including hiring and workshare.
Support succession planning and career development initiatives.
Participate in monthly coordination calls with business class, regional, and client leadership.
Troubleshoot project delivery issues and support resolution planning.
Participate in annual reviews of staff, when appropriate.
Advance best practices, tools, and standards across the practice.
Serve as liaison to national Business Classes, as appropriate.
Will typically supervise project staff and act as a mentor for less experienced staff members.
Other duties as assigned.