Transit Section Manager

HDR; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 128,331 - 183,330; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match

Job summary

HDR in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota, is seeking a qualified individual to lead a team handling transit projects including bus rapid transit and rail systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree, thriving in a culture of employee ownership.

The role encompasses collaborating on marketing, project development, and managing team budgets, with a salary range of $128,331 - $183,330, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in transit or related fields.
• Strong ability to handle multiple project assignments.
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of transit staff on various rail-related projects.
• Manage and track financial aspects of projects.
• Develop and oversee staff's project management skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead a team of transit staff supporting projects related to bus rapid transit, passenger rail, commuter rail, light rail, and streetcar systems and facilities
• Manage and work on projects
• Collaborate with Freight Rail and Freight and Transportation Facilities teams on a regular basis to coordinate on workload planning, marketing, and project development
• Take responsibility for operations of the section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
• Coordinate staffing with Area Market Sector/Business Class/Professional Services Leaders
• Work cooperatively with local and national Market Sector/Business Class/Professional Services leadership in coordinating and reporting on local and national marketing/production effort
• Participate in strategic growth initiatives
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule
• Plan and manage team overhead budget
• Work with business group managers, business development leaders, area market sector leads, accounting, project coordinators, and management as necessary for project delivery
• Function in various project roles such as Principal in Charge, Project Manager, Subject Matter Expert or Advisor on projects in addition to management responsibilities
• Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
• Collaborate with Area Transit Market Sector Lead and be involved in marketing, planning, proposals, negotiations and interviews
• Be directly involved with public clients in marketing, project production and related issues
• See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management
• Develop staff’s project management skills
• Assist with workshare management with other Areas
• Assist PMs with Commercial and Risk Management
• Implement, monitor and support company policy
• Recruit, hire, train, develop and manage technical personnel
• Manage and develop multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain a working knowledge of public agencies in Minnesota and Wisconsin

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

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.) Minnesota: $128,331 - $183,330

Primary Location: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park
Industry: Transit
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Transit Engineering
Job Posting: Jul 2, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.