Indiana Transportation Lead

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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. Our culture of inclusion asks us constantly:
What is our impact on 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 will help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, rail, aviation, and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, and quality of life.

• Oversee staff and workload balancing for the Indiana Bridge Section Lead, Indiana Roadway Section Lead, and Freight Planning Section Lead.
• Manage project staffing, planning, execution, and quality control to meet client schedules and budget goals.
• Represent client interests professionally to public officials and stakeholders.
• Participate in business development: engage in client meetings, proposals, and positioning with new opportunities.
• Partner with the Alternative Delivery group for workshare opportunities and evaluate local delivery projects.
• Coordinate communication with area, regional, and company‑wide Business Class and Market Sector Leads.
• Provide staff development, mentoring, performance evaluations, and compensation input.
• Report to the IL/IN Area Transportation Business Group Manager.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Professional registration, license or certification, as required.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture.

Primary

Location:

United States – Indiana – Indianapolis

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule:

Full‑time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Highways

Job Posting Date:
Dec 4, 2025

We at HDR 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.