Folsom, California, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Bridge Engineering, Project Management, QA/QC Procedures, Staff Mentoring, Business Development
Louisville, Kentucky, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: SCADA Design, Control Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, P&ID Development, Instrumentation
Anchorage, Alaska, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Airport Layout Plans, Airport Master Plans, Airport Operations, Airport Security, NEPA Process
Orlando, Florida, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Bridge Design, Structural Analysis, Project Management, Technical Leadership, RFP Development
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Client Development, Market Diversification, Recruiting, Project Management, Strategic Marketing
Anchorage, Alaska, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Airport Layout Plans, Airport Master Plans, Airport Operations, Airport Security, NEPA Process
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Client Development, Market Diversification, Project Management, Strategic Marketing, Staff Recruiting
Orlando, Florida, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Bridge Design, Structural Analysis, Project Management, Technical Leadership, RFP Development
Louisville, Kentucky, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: SCADA Design, Control Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, P&ID Development, Instrumentation
Bellevue, Washington, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Wetland Delineation, Stream Delineation, Natural Resources Permitting, NEPA/SEPA Compliance, Technical Writing
Corpus Christi, Texas, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Coastal Restoration, Beach Nourishment, Shoreline Protection, Dredging, AutoCAD
Bellevue, Washington, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Wetland Delineation, Stream Delineation, Natural Resources Permitting, NEPA/SEPA Compliance, Biological Evaluations
Corpus Christi, Texas, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Coastal Restoration, Beach Nourishment, Shoreline Protection, Dredging, AutoCAD
Phoenix, Arizona, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Project Execution, Technical Leadership, Client Relations, Code Compliance, Mentoring
Phoenix, Arizona, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Project Execution, Technical Leadership, Client Relations, Code Compliance, Mentoring
Houston, Texas, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Structural Engineering, Bridge Design, Structural Load Calculations, Geometric Layout, Quantity Development
Houston, Texas, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Structural Engineering, Bridge Design, Structural Load Calculations, Geometric Layout, Quantity Development
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · On-site
About Us At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and sma…
Skills: Mechanical System Design, Project Coordination, Code Compliance, Mechanical Specifications, Construction Contract Administration
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · On-site
About Us At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and sma…
Skills: Mechanical System Design, Project Coordination, Code Compliance, Mechanical Specifications, Construction Contract Administration
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
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 ever…
Skills: Acoustical Modeling, Noise Measurement, Vibration Analysis, Project Management, Business Development
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Lead the Bridges and Structures team in Northern California by managing technical capabilities, staffing, and resource utilization. Drive business growth through strategic planning, quality assurance, and the delivery of complex transportation projects.
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and at least 10 years of experience leading transportation projects. A PE registration in California and proven experience in managing diverse technical teams are highly preferred.
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.
The Northern California Transportation Business Group is looking to hire an energetic and experienced Bridges & Structures Business Class Leader (BCL) to manage our transportation bridges and structures team and to help grow our technical expertise. This position will report to the NorCal Transportation Professional Services Leader. This is an exciting leadership opportunity to join a growing transportation practice and to lead and mentor a group of motivated and highly talented engineers.
The primary duties of the NorCal Bridges and Structures BCL include: responsibility for area coordination, monitoring and improvement of technical competencies of BC staff and products to meet client needs and market drivers all within the direction and goals of BC plans; participation in delivery of project services to meet client expectations; collaboration on BC efforts with area operations, marketing and project management; participation in BC practice and professional discipline groups, project teams and activities to continually improve standards and best practices; implementation of effective quality assurance and quality control reviews; participation in regional and area BC strategic planning, budgeting and plan implementation; tracking staff workloads and utilizations; establishing internal and external training programs and training schedules; assist with business development efforts and provide support on proposal preparation; plan for project needs and recruit/hire staff accordingly, and drive the BC to meet project goals for growth, client satisfaction, and service diversification.
Provide Area leadership of technical capabilities within the Bridges and Structures Business Class
Responsible for managing project staffing/resourcing, workload and resource balancing and BC utilization in coordination with Project Managers (PMs) and the Area Transportation Manager
Delivery focus of technical skills, be consulted and provide input on project discipline requirements and manage/supervise BC Staff
Maintain appropriate QA/QC procedures and best practices.
Monitor area performance within BC to achieve defined goals and support operational managers in monitoring project performance and implementation of corrective actions.
Responsible for the technical sector growth in the Area
Support top line growth across all market sectors in their technical area of focus.
Prioritize BC activities across Northern California to best implement Market Sector and Business Group objectives and promote technical services of their section in the Area.
Facilitate BC teamwork, communication and work sharing between Area offices, business classes, management, marketing, and staff.
Planning and management of multiple projects or tasks ranging from small- to large-size environmental planning and compliance projects
Perform complex assignments with ability to make independent decisions on problems and methods
Direct work of others in a team setting to complete required studies, documents and reports in accordance with local, state and federal regulations
Demonstrate ability to facilitate, coordinate and present project elements and issues with multiple agencies, stakeholders and the public in efforts to educate and assist with consensus building
Serve as client manager, project principal and/or PM.
Actively participate in projects or manage projects to meet assigned utilization rate.
Serve as a senior technical resource on projects and programs.
Build and retain strong relationships with Staff, Project Managers, Client Development Managers throughout the Area and within HDR in the SW Region
Provide strategic and tactical input on business trends to BC and local office planning.
Manage staff workloads and make recommendations for adjustments and recruiting as needed.
Manage training and licensing requirements and identify opportunities for continuing education.
Develop a technical mentoring and employee advancement process to advance staff.
Champion marketing opportunities to grow the practice.
Support Area pursuits and actively participate in and support proposal development.
Identify project needs and recruit professionals to join our HDR team.
Demonstrate “can-do” problem solver approach to colleagues and clients.
Ability to build positive client relationships, strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills, and the ability to manage and motivate direct reports.
Perform other duties as needed.
PE registration in CA.
Proven ability to manage Bridges and Structures projects and teams effectively.
Minimum of 10 years’ experience leading transportation projects and teams within this market.
Strong structural technical design experience to provide quality control of staff.
Strong project management skills, including experience managing budgets, preparing scopes and developing cost estimates.
Prior experience preparing reports on project financials
Demonstrated ability to manage the Bridges and Structures program and staff working statewide in multiple offices.
Ability to build, effectively implement and manage training programs; workload and staffing plans; marketing plans and proposal preparation and business group budgets.
Must have experience effectively managing and motivating direct reports.
Excellent written and strong communication and listening skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong leadership and organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines, as well as balance multiple projects by prioritizing effectively.
Ability to understand applicable laws, policies, and procedures that each project is governed by.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven ability of contract development and implementation of capital improvements.
Go getter attitude and self-starter who takes initiative.
Proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word and Excel, and SharePoint or equivalent database.
Experience in client development, proposal writing, and general marketing is strongly preferred.
Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand
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What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, 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 all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.
Offices: 1917 S 67th St, Omaha, Nebraska 68106, US · 1800 American Blvd, Suite 100, Pennington, New Jersey 08534, US · Arenco Office Building 3, Suite 305, Dubai Investment Park, Dubai, UAE, AE · Level 23, 12 Creek Street, Brisbane, Queensland 4000, AU · 1670 Broadway, Suite 3400, Denver, Colorado 80202, US
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.
Offices: 1917 S 67th St, Omaha, Nebraska 68106, US · 1800 American Blvd, Suite 100, Pennington, New Jersey 08534, US · Arenco Office Building 3, Suite 305, Dubai Investment Park, Dubai, UAE, AE · Level 23, 12 Creek Street, Brisbane, Queensland 4000, AU · 1670 Broadway, Suite 3400, Denver, Colorado 80202, US
