NY​/NJ Major Bridges Leader

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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.

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NY/NJ Major Bridges Leader

The primary duties of the NY/NJ Major Bridges Leader include planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of multi‑disciplined bridge projects with a high degree of technical complexity, involving a diverse project staff. The candidate will provide technical oversight and coordination of several projects concurrently and will participate in design and production of schematic, design development, and contract document work in conjunction with Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals, and other disciplines.

The role ensures project deliverables and supporting documentation are complete, understandable, and conform to applicable industry standards and client and HDR requirements.

Additional duties include overseeing or serving in a lead technical or problem‑solving role on bridge design projects. The leader will perform complex structural planning, analysis, and design for all structural aspects of transportation projects—including suspension, cable‑stay, arch, segmental, extradosed, steel, and prestressed concrete bridges. The role will serve as a technical specialist, supervise junior and mid‑level engineers, mentor less experienced bridge designers, and develop QA/QC procedures.

The leader will also manage, support, or lead major pursuits, participate in the selection of key staff nationally/globally, and identify strategic hires for HDR’s Bridge program.

• BS/MS in Structural Engineering or closely related field is required.
• New York or New Jersey PE license strongly preferred; PE licensure in other states highly desirable and ability to obtain reciprocity with other states as needed.
• SE license desirable.
• 15+ years project and client management experience with significant project experience.
• MS Office experience.
• Effective communication, leadership, planning, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to interact with various design teams; excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated performance coaching and mentoring of less experienced staff.
• Versatility in software:
  Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Inventor, Civil 3D, Rhino, Revit, Micro Station, Larsa 4D Bridge…