Transit Market Sector Lead (NY/NJ) — Growth & Partnerships

HDR, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership culture

Competitive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Transit Market Sector Leader to drive growth in the NY/NJ area, overseeing business development, client relationships, and project delivery for the Transit MS.

The role requires extensive experience in transportation planning/engineering, leadership capabilities, and a track record of managing multi‑million dollar projects with major clients such as MTA, Amtrak, and NJ Transit. HDR emphasizes employee ownership and collaboration across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, planning or related field.
• Experience leading transit market sector initiatives and client management.
• Proven ability to develop and manage strategic marketing programs for planning/engineering services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and growth of the NY/NJ Transit Market Sector.
• Manage client relationships with major transit agencies and partners.
• Oversee business development, strategy, and pursuit activities in the Transit MS.
• Coordinate with Market Sector Directors and area leadership to deliver projects and grow the market.
• Recruit and mentor staff within the Transit MS and oversee project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Strategic marketing

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering/planning or related field

Job description

HDR, Inc. seeks a Transit Market Sector Leader to drive growth in the NY/NJ area, overseeing business development, client relationships, and project delivery for the Transit MS.

The role requires extensive experience in transportation planning/engineering, leadership capabilities, and a track record of managing multi‑million dollar projects with major clients such as MTA, Amtrak, and NJ Transit. HDR emphasizes employee ownership and collaboration across the organization.