Senior Transportation Program Leader

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 165,538 - 333,125; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Principal Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with high technical complexity across HDR’s Transportation Business Group. You will advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial, and community facets, plan and monitor program execution, and promote team alignment across regions.

This role offers leadership at the Transportation Leadership level and opportunities to grow HDR’s program management services.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Sciences, Planning, Business Administration or closely related field.
• DBIA certification.
• Experience leading the consultant or owner program management team of at least one transportation/infrastructure program with a capital value of $1B+.
• Knowledge of alternative delivery models such as P3, DBFOM, EPC.
• Willingness to travel regularly and commute to client sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with high technical complexity.
• Advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial and community aspects of programs.
• Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of program execution across disciplines.
• Identify risks and provide strategic guidance to address challenges.
• Develop program management and startup plans to drive efficiencies and transparency.
• Direct services provided by large program teams or provide day-to-day leadership on a mega-project.
• Promote alignment through effective communications.
• Secure resources to meet contract scope and ensure compliance.
• Monitor financial performance and adjust to meet earnings targets.
• Support growth of HDR’s program management services and pursue new opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program management

Team building

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Sciences/Planning/Business Administration

Tools

PMIS

CMIS

Scheduling

Cost control

Document management

Risk management

Dashboard analytics

Job description

HDR is seeking a Principal Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs with high technical complexity across HDR’s Transportation Business Group. You will advise clients on technical, regulatory, financial, and community facets, plan and monitor program execution, and promote team alignment across regions.

This role offers leadership at the Transportation Leadership level and opportunities to grow HDR’s program management services.