Highways & Roads Market Sector Director (Seattle) Job at HDR, Seattle, WA

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  • HDR
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

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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 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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Highway & Roads Market Sector Director

Primary Responsibilities

Market Sector Directors (MSD) are part of HDR's matrix management structure that drive our business. The HDR Highway & Roads (H&R) market sector is the largest in the company, representing nearly $1B in annual revenue globally. The sector includes clients that own and operate highways, toll roads, city, town, and local roads, and bridge structures. HDR provides services such as bridge and highway design, traffic engineering, transportation planning, and tolling services.

This role requires an understanding of H&R clients, their funding, revenue streams, and governmental structures at various levels. The primary responsibilities are divided into three areas:

  1. Market leadership and business development (~70%)
  2. Staff development (20%)
  3. Support to Operations (10%)

The Market Sector Director sets the vision for HDRs strategy to expand and serve clients in this market. They work with regional and area leadership to implement growth initiatives, develop staff, and achieve financial goals. They coordinate business strategies with various leaders and maintain communication to implement growth and operational plans.

HDRs client base spans across the US, Canada, UK, Middle East, and Australia, with ongoing contracts with state departments of transportation and local agencies. The Director supports business development, client management, and growth initiatives, engaging employees and enhancing HDRs brand.

Business Development Responsibilities

The Director leads market understanding, supports local business strategies, and helps secure contracts. They oversee strategic vision, serve as a client manager, engage in projects, promote HDR services, and participate in industry leadership and partnerships.

Staff Development Responsibilities

They lead staff growth, support recruitment, and oversee technical excellence and resource planning.

Support to Operations

The Director assists in project delivery, monitors performance indicators, promotes quality assurance, and facilitates knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 20 years in highway/bridge planning or engineering
  • PE license or equivalent
  • Leadership in industry associations
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field
  • At least 12 years of industry experience with leadership roles
  • Strong communication, client management, business skills, and strategic insight

Our Values and Benefits

HDR values inclusion, diversity, and employee ownership. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health, retirement, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Compensation varies by location and experience.

Locations

Primary: Omaha, NE; Other locations across the US listed in detail.

Additional Information

We are committed to employment equity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of criminal history.

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