South Central Regional Traffic Lead

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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.

Position Overview

This part-time position requires a 5% to 10% time commitment.

HDR is seeking a Regional Traffic Engineering Business Class Lead to guide the growth, diversification, and overall performance of traffic engineering services across the region. This role is responsible for expanding capabilities in traffic design, traffic analysis, and safety studies through service diversification and geographic growth

This position partners closely with Regional, Area, and Business Class leadership to align services with client needs and market drivers. It is responsible for developing and executing growth strategies, aligning staffing and technical capabilities with market opportunities, and advancing professional services with improved technical competencies, best practices, and consistent, high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth of the regional traffic practice through service expansion, diversification of capabilities, and geographic expansion
• Identify emerging opportunities and align staffing, technical capabilities, and service offerings to meet evolving client needs

• Promote innovation and best practices in traffic engineering, analysis, and safety

• Lead and support business development efforts to expand and diversify traffic engineering services
• Support client management strategies and represent HDR with clients, industry organizations, and at key events

• Partner with Regional and Area leadership on staffing, workload balancing, and utilization management
• Build and strengthen technical depth within the regional traffic team while aligning organization structure with growth priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree (MSCE or related field)
• PTOE and/or RSP certification
• Experience leading regional or multi-office programs and growing engineering services
• Strong relationships with DOTs and municipal agencies
• Active participation in professional organizations (ITE, TRB, etc.)