Transportation Section Manager

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?

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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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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.

HDR is in search of a dynamic Transportation Section Manager for our Pittsburgh office. In this role, we'll count on you to take responsibility for the daily operations of an established Highway Section including staff development, project management/oversight, and quality. You will work cooperatively with Western Pennsylvania and Area Leadership as well as other Section Managers to deliver complex projects and initiatives. It is expected that you will be involved in both management and delivery of projects. You will see that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through HDR’s project management systems while implementing, monitoring, and supporting company policy.

As the Transportation Section Manager, you will also be directly involved with our clients and will support marketing planning, proposals and interviews. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must. We’ll count on you to:

• Assist in the responsibility for operations of highway section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support.
• Function as a Project Manager or Technical Lead and assist in responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities.
• Coordinate staffing needs within the Highway Section.
• Coordinate with other Section Managers and Area Leadership.
• Actively support the delivery of high-quality highway work product including direct involvement in, and support of, HDR’s Quality Procedures. Support pursuits involving highway staff.
• Perform Quality Reviews of proposal and interview materials.
• Engage and support the appropriate project management and technical talent in pursuit teams.
• Participate in industry associations and community organizations to elevate HDR's brand in target markets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong Computer Skills including OpenRoads.
• Strong Writing Skills.
• Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania.

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.