Highways Program Manager

HDR, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 155,064 - 221,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Highways Program Manager in Seattle to lead complex transportation projects in collaboration with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). The role necessitates 10 years of experience, with a focus on project management and strong communication skills.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $155,064 to $221,520 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Commitment to an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management and leadership for complex projects.
• Advise on technical, regulatory, financial, and community matters.
• Guide grant strategy and support efforts for long-term funding.

Skills

Proactive communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Technical knowledge of transportation risks

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating and scheduling software

Project management software

Primavera P3

SureTrak

Prolog software

Job description

Position: Highways Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced, forward‑thinking Highways Program Manager to work collaboratively with Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to guide planning, environmental, design, construction, and specialty support tasks. The role requires proactive communication skills, deep knowledge of Pacific Northwest transportation risks (seismic, landslides, flooding), and experience on major highway corridor projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management and leadership for highly technical, complex projects, collaborating with client and program leadership.
• Lead all aspects of project development and delivery, including alternative delivery projects.
• Advise WSDOT on technical, regulatory, financial, and community matters, proactively managing risks and leveraging best practices.
• Inform program public and agency engagement strategy in consultation with Program Management.
• Coordinate with WSDOT regions, jurisdictional partners, and community groups to align studies, needs, and priorities.
• Present and coordinate with federal, state, local agency officials, advocacy and interest groups, and the public.
• Guide grant strategy and support efforts to secure long‑term funding.
• Contribute to the growth of HDR’s program management services by building trusted advisory relationships, supporting new contract opportunities, and mentoring staff.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, and project management software.
• Strong organizational, communication (written and verbal), and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to an employee‑owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as deputy Program Manager for delivery of at least one program valued >$200 million.
• Minimum of 5 years as Project Manager or Project Controls Manager for programs each valued >$200 million, or 10 years as Project Manager directing multi‑disciplinary teams for at least two projects each valued >$50 million.
• License or certification.
• PMP certification.
• Experience with Primavera P3 or SureTrak, and Prolog software preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Seattle/Bellevue, WA: $155,064 – $221,520. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.