Central Region Transit Market Sector Leader

Central Region Transit Market Sector Leader

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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 smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That’s why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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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.

Central Region Transit Market Sector Leader

The primary duty of the Transit Market Sector Leader - Central Region includes responsibility for partnering with regional management and the Global Transit Market Sector Director to develop and execute transit and rail market strategies throughout the Central Region. Specific duties include market opportunity assessment, client management, technical and marketing team coordination, staff growth and development, program and project management, and improvement of technical competencies of market sector staff to meet client needs and market drivers.

Additional Duties

• Strategic Project and Program Leadership – Provide leadership on multi-discipline projects and programs across the market sectors and geographic areas. Strategic projects are anticipated to include programmatic assistance of large capital programs, traditional project execution and delivery as well as alternative delivery. Additional duties include senior technical support, quality oversight, best practice development, project leadership, and principal-level program / project management.
• Strategic Planning and Program Growth – Lead and drive program growth for the transit, intercity, and freight rail market sectors as well as play an integral role in leading strategic growth across the region. Additional duties include supporting internal and external client relationships, recruiting and staff development, and major pursuit coordination. This position also encompasses supporting capture planning efforts, pre-proposal visitations, proposal preparation coordination with technical and marketing staff, presentations, and negotiations.
• Global Transit Market Sector Program Growth – Assist the Global Transit Market Sector Director in setting the vision to expand services and win contracts within the market. Support the development and continuous improvement of the market to ensure it is aligned with market needs and supports the professional development of staff.

Keyword(s) : Transportation, transit engineering, transit planning, civil engineer, rail engineer, rail planning, Manager, Director, Leader

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn’t only about who you work for it’s also about what you do and how you do it. 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success; which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. Typical starting pay range for this position : Colorado will be $162,205 – $210,430 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Primary Location

United States-Illinois-Chicago

Other Locations

United States-Illinois-Rosemont, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-Iowa-Des Moines, United States-Nebraska-Omaha, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor, United States-Arkansas-Little Rock, United States-Indiana-Indianapolis, United States-Texas-San Antonio, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Iowa-Council Bluffs, United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs, United States-Iowa-Cedar Rapids, United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-Michigan-Lansing, United States-Kansas-Manhattan, United States-Michigan-Grand Rapids, United States-Michigan-Detroit

Industry

Transit

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Transit Engineering

Job Posting

Nov 21, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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