Central Region Transit Market Leader — Growth & Impact

HDR; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership culture

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Central Region Transit Market Sector Leader to partner with regional management to develop and execute transit and rail market strategies across the Central Region. Responsibilities include client management, program leadership, and staff development.

The role emphasizes growth across transit and rail markets, coordination with senior leaders, and driving strategic opportunities while maintaining HDR’s employee-owned culture and values.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in transportation planning/engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning or related field.
• Engineering registration if an engineer.
• Experience developing strategic marketing programs for planning/engineering services.
• Experience managing a wide range of client relationships and pursuits.
• Experience in staff development, recruitment and career growth.
• Active involvement with industry associations and visible market sector profile.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline projects and programs; provide senior technical support and quality oversight.
• Drive program growth for transit, intercity, and rail sectors; manage client relationships and major pursuits.
• Support Global Transit Market growth and staff development to align with market needs.

Skills

Leadership

Market strategy

Transportation planning

Client relations

Staff development

Cross-functional collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or planning

Job description

HDR is seeking a Central Region Transit Market Sector Leader to partner with regional management to develop and execute transit and rail market strategies across the Central Region. Responsibilities include client management, program leadership, and staff development.

The role emphasizes growth across transit and rail markets, coordination with senior leaders, and driving strategic opportunities while maintaining HDR’s employee-owned culture and values.