Freight Rail Market Lead

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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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HDR Engineering has an outstanding leadership opportunity for a Freight Rail Business Class Lead/Freight Rail Construction Services Lead to become a part of HDR's expanding Freight Rail Public Projects and Construction Management practices. The successful candidate will be client-focused and have the ability to proactively market and manage railroad-related industry and public projects. Leaders will be expected to grow and diversify our established freight and commuter rail practices and develop/manage staff involved with the planning, design, and field services for rail operations and infrastructure.

They must have the ability to serve as a project manager for major rail projects and at the same time be responsible for the coordination of the rail program with area, regional, and national rail leadership. They must have a knowledge of, and experience with, rail studies planning and NEPA and/or design of projects/programs with a high degree of technical complexity.

HDR offers a complementary suite of consulting services across a wide range of disciplines and involves a large project staff. The candidate will also leverage experience and knowledge of the railroad construction industry to grow and expand our construction management services for railroad and railroad related agencies and third-party construction projects.

The individual will effectively manage the work program of a large staff of professionals and technicians, in many offices, to complete quality project deliverables on schedule and budget. They must provide meaningful growth opportunities and training opportunities for key staff, handle performance reviews and goal setting, and recognize the importance of an engaged/fulfilled staff that likes their workplace and their company.

They must be comfortable with being viewed as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity. while planning and developing projects or design activities which have significant impact on major company operations.

Client Managers are responsible for personally knowing HDR's clients' needs and how HDR's services relate to those needs. The Client Manager will understand/or seek to understand all aspects of the clients' needs, strategically position HDR through collaboration with the Client Team members and National Leaders, and work with internal teams to provide the highest level of service possible to the clients.

Working with the Market Sectors, Marketing Mangers, and Departments, they will facilitate the…