Transportation Planning Section Manager

Transportation Planning Section Manager – HDR

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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. We are a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day, fostering a culture of inclusion throughout our company and in our communities. We continually ask ourselves:
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. Your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life—from designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure.

HDR is seeking a Transportation Planning Section Manager to lead our Central Florida team based out of our Orlando office. The Transportation Planning Section Manager is the leader of our large local program, responsible for developing and meeting financial goals, and supporting the area marketing plan while working closely with the Marketing Manager, fellow Section Managers, and multiple Project Managers. The team is engaged in transportation planning, project development, NEPA/PD&E, traffic engineering, and transportation policy activities, supporting a diverse client base in Central Florida.

• Take responsibility for operations of the section, including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control, and marketing support.
• Work in partnership with regional business development directors, client managers, and business class leaders to develop a short-term marketing action plan for longer-term program development. Be involved in marketing proposals and interviews.
• Develop multidisciplinary teams through training and work planning exercises.
• Lead project teams to successfully deliver a variety of transportation planning projects including complete streets, transit planning, traffic analysis, long-range planning, community planning, or PD&E.
• Provide overall support to area leadership to maintain regional planning practice profitability, staff development, and client relationships.
• Participate in HDR National Practice Group(s), Industry Association(s), and Civic Organization(s).
• Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff to implement, monitor, and support company policy.
• Maintain current knowledge of related Federal, State, and Local guidelines, regulations, and policies.

• Florida PE or ability to obtain within 6 months (PE)
• Approved Project Planning Professional (AICP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Experience leading multi-discipline groups of professional staff.
• Experience working with or for FDOT.
• Experience working with or for Florida Cities or Counties.
• Experience working with or for an MPO/TPO organization.
• Fluency with Microsoft tools such as MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and One Drive.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10 years experience.
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

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. We have eight Employee Network Groups—Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals—to foster belonging and support. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

United States – Florida – Orlando

Highway + Road

Full-time

Regular

Transportation Planning

December 16, 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.