State DOT Planning

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• Take responsibility for companywide development, coordination, monitoring and improvement of technical competencies of state DOT planning and modal staff and products to meet client needs and market drivers
• Collaborate with Practice Group members to elevate our statewide multimodal planning practice and help state DOT clients set strategic goals and design implementable policies to achieve them
• Identify market opportunities in close coordination with Area Business Development Leaders and develop winning pursuit strategies; assist with local and national pursuits
• Monitor transportation policies at the federal, state, and local levels involving all modes of transportation and help clients develop strategic plans to leverage HDR's talent pool
• Work with other Practice Leaders to develop transformative ideas that enable clients to take advantage of emerging transportation trends and future-proof investments
• Drive open communication with Practice Group members regarding production needs; collaborate with areas to influence staffing and expertise levels
• 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 for project pursuits; assist with marketing materials including proposals
• Lead workshare communications that result in technical excellence and enhanced utilization
• Advocate for professional development of staff and development of production tools, best practices, policies and procedures, papers and presentations, and automation tools
• Serve as a project manager for major policy and strategic planning projects and leverage HDR's global expertise to deliver quality work on time
• Develop client relationships in coordination with Area Business Development Leaders and local transportation planning staff
• Represent HDR at regional and national professional organizations (AASHTO, SASHTO, MAASTO, NASTO, WASHTO)
• Model HDR values, professional standards, and ethical/business conduct as required by clients and licensing entities
• Perform other duties as needed

• Master's degree in Planning, Engineering, or related discipline preferred
• Professional registration such as AICP, PE, PTOE, PTP, PMP preferred

• Master's degree in Business Administration or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years of consulting experience and extensive related expertise
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Access, Outlook)
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, organizational and follow-up skills
• Active participant in an employee-owned culture

HDR is our company. We build on each other's life experiences to make great things possible every day, shaping a collaborative culture and connecting us with clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer eight Employee Network Groups to foster belonging and engagement. Our benefits package promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical/dental/vision, disability and life insurance, EAP, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement plan with employer match, referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement.

The expected compensation range depends on skills, experience, education and location. (Benefits described apply to full-time regular positions.)

Primary Location: United States-Florida-Jacksonville

Other Locations: United States multiple locations nationwide

Industry: Highway + Road
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Transportation Planning

Job Posting: Sep 4, 2025

HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories. More information: HDR Equal Employment Opportunity.