Mid-Atlantic Traffic Engineering Lead

HDR; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in the Mid-Atlantic region seeks a Traffic Engineering Lead to provide programmatic and technical leadership for traffic disciplines and to manage a broad portfolio of highway and interchange projects.

You will establish client relations, prepare scopes and fees, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver PS&E plans, signals and signing plans. Requires 10+ years in traffic engineering and licensure in VA/DC/MD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Professional registration/licensure may be required based on role.
• 10+ years of experience in traffic engineering for urban and rural highways, interchanges, and major intersections.
• PE license in VA, DC or MD preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic and technical leadership for traffic engineering disciplines.
• Deliver project management for a variety of traffic engineering projects and contracts.
• Guide program growth, client engagement and industry involvement.
• Establish client relations and be involved with marketing and client development activities.
• Prepare scopes and fees for contracts and projects.
• Collaborate with other disciplines on staff assignments and priorities.
• Mentor junior staff and support team development.
• Ensure PS&E plans for traffic signals, maintenance of traffic, and signing and markings are delivered.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Project management

Staff development

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

PE license in VA, DC or MD

Tools

Synchro/SimTraffic

HCS

SignCAD

MicroStation

GuideSign

ORD

VISSIM

Transmodeler

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

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. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In this role, we'll count on you to take responsibility for the daily operations of a growing production section including staff development, project management/oversight, quality control and marketing support. You will work cooperatively with other Section Leaders to deliver complex projects and initiatives. As the Section Leader, you will be directly involved with our clients and support in marketing planning, proposals and interviews. In addition, you will see that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system while implementing, monitoring, and supporting company policy. It is expected that you will be involved in both management and delivery of projects; therefore, the ability to design and deliver PS&E plans of traffic signals, maintenance of traffic, and signing and markings plans are required. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Mid-Atlantic Traffic Engineering Lead

In the role of Mid-Atlantic Traffic Engineering Lead, we’ll count on you to:

• Provide programmatic and technical leadership for traffic engineering disciplines
• Deliver project management for a variety of traffic engineering related project and contracts
• Guide program growth, client engagement and industry involvement
• Establish client relations and be involved with marketing and client development activities
• Prepare scopes and fees for a variety of contracts and projects
• Collaborate with other disciplines on staff assignments and assignment priorities
• Contract management
• Team growth and mentorship of junior staff
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years' experience in traffic engineering for urban and rural highways, major and minor interchanges and intersections
• PE license in VA, DC or MD
• Large project experience, such as interstates, freeways and highways
• Experience on projects for VDOT, MDOT or DDOT
• Diverse experience in related fields such as toll roads, ITS, roadway design, or construction is a plus
• Computer skills including Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, SignCAD, MicroStation, GuideSign, ORD, VISSIM, Transmodeler
• Advanced certifications, such as PTOE, AICP, RSP1, or RSP 2
• Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid-Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) Area

Required Qualifications

• 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
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

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.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Washington, DC: $146,664 - $209,520. Baltimore, MD: $128,331 - $183,330. Fulton, MD: $134,442 - $192,060. Glen Allen, VA: $122,220 - $174,600. Vienna, VA: $146,664 - $209,520. Virginia Beach, VA: $122,220 - $174,600. Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Vienna Other Locations: United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Maryland-Fulton Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Traffic Engineering Job Posting: Aug 3, 2026.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.