Transportation Program Management Director

Transportation Program Management Director HDR is seeking a Transportation Program Management Director.
The Program Management Director will drive the strategy for and manage the delivery of Program Management services to support clients in all Market Sectors throughout the Transportation Business Group (TBG).
Primary Responsibilities Drive the vision for growth in Program Management services.Implement and refine Program Management processes and systems.Coordinate staffing on relevant projects/programs for Transportation TBG.Provide oversight on large programs, including occasionally acting as the lead or principal in charge.Assist and support the strategic and tactical pursuits specific to large programs.Serve as the Program Management Business Class Director until the program growth requires additional support; develop and mentor staff in the Program Management Business Class and other related areas.Develop the strategic growth plan, identify staffing needs, and actively manage recruiting efforts with metrics for program success.Direct efforts to utilize staff and enhance the overall success of Program Management services within HDR.Coordinate with the Company-wide Program Management Director and other Business Groups to optimize strategy, services, quality control and client service.Qualifications The candidate must have experience leading and managing large Transportation Programs within HDR's Transportation Business Group or similar contexts.
The candidate should have a track record as a program builder and mentor to develop an industry-leading Program Management portfolio, combined with business development, presentations, and client advisory capabilities.
This role requires significant travel (often >50% of time) and the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical personnel across HDR's matrixed organization.Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management/Science or equivalent.
Professional registration or PE license is a plus.20+ years of experience with a strong background in leading transportation projects.Proven experience as a Program Manager on large program delivery projects.Experience leading and managing staff in Program Management; comfortable with high travel volume.Ability to manage multiple projects for a variety of clients.Strong leadership skills in multi-tasking, organization, team-building, and problem-solving.Excellent interpersonal skills for communicating with technical and non-technical personnel; ability to participate in high-level client presentations.This position can be located in any HDR US office.Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a professional, architecture, engineering or closely related field.Minimum of 10 years of project management experience working with external clients.Understanding of HDR business services and procedures.Strong written and verbal communication skills with interview (fact-finding) experience.Active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture.What We Believe HDR is our company.
We build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day.
This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our Commitment As employee owners, we create an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our Employee Network Groups foster belonging and provide support for all employees.HDR provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, EAP, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings with employer match, referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement.
Compensation varies by skills, experience, education, and location.Primary Location: United States-Alabama-Athens.
Other Locations include multiple HDR US offices and select international locations.HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories or arrest records.
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