Florida Local Government Planning Practice Leader

Statewide Local Government Planning Practice Leader

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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. 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. 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.

HDR is currently looking for a Statewide Local Government Planning Practice Leader to complement our growing Transportation Planning Business Class. HDR is one of the premier transportation consultancy firms in the industry and known globally for delivering custom solutions to challenging projects. Our transportation planners envision and plan for transportation infrastructure and services to better move people and goods using all modes of transportation (auto, truck, bus, rail, walk, bike, air, water, and emerging modes), considering users of all ages and abilities; while enhancing economic prosperity, improving the quality of our environment and communities, and forging successful partnerships with all stakeholders. We imagine and innovate the future of transportation, build trust through collaborative consensus building, and pave the path to implementation. We help our clients maximize value by enhancing transportation systems with smart, sustainable, resilient, and equitable features. It's all done in concert with our tailored approach to planning that precisely answers each client's vision and goals.

In the role of Statewide Local Government Planning Practice Leader, we'll count on you to:

• Take responsibility for statewide development, coordination, monitoring and improvement of technical competencies of staff working with local governments to meet client needs and market drivers.
• Collaborate with marketing staff, project managers, and leadership to elevate our local government planning practice and develop staff experience related to urban, regional, and strategic planning initiatives for municipalities and counties.
• Work with staff, client managers, and other practice leaders to develop skills and client relationships related to planning, design, and public engagement.
• Actively drive open communication with the Practice Group members regarding current/projected production needs; and collaborate with areas to influence staffing and expertise levels.
• Identify market opportunities in close coordination with area leadership and develop winning pursuit strategies. Also assist with shortlist interviews and presentations.
• 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 that can be readily utilized for project pursuits. Assist with the development of marketing materials including proposals.
• Lead workshare communications that result in technical excellence and enhanced utilizations.
• Advocate for professional development of staff and development of production tools: best practices, technical policies and procedures, papers and presentations, Professional Associates credentialing, recognition of technical achievement, practice group activities, and automation tools.
• Serve as a project manager for local government contracts and leverage HDR's expertise to deliver quality work on time, while meeting or exceeding client expectations.
• Develop client relationships in close coordination with leadership and other local government planning staff.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Planning, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Professional registration such as AICP or PE preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with local government planning projects and programs required.
• Experienced in development and management of diverse teams.
• The successful candidate must have knowledge of and experience with the local government planning processes, applicable laws, and requirements.
• Must have well-developed analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• A minimum of 2 years related experience
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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.