Area Digital Delivery Manager

Area Digital Delivery 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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. 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.

The Area Digital Delivery Manager will oversee the development and expansion of HDR's Digital Delivery practice within the Transportation Business Group, supporting Architecture, Engineering, and Construction teams across Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arkansas. This role is responsible for standardizing BIM and VDC workflows, including advanced capabilities such as 3D clash detection, 4D phasing, 5D cost estimation, and digital asset management. The position collaborates closely with area Market Sector and Business Class teams and Transportation Digital Delivery Leadership to enhance project delivery through technology, develop standards and training, and build a high-performing Digital Delivery team. Additionally, this person will manage BIM execution on major projects, ensuring quality, coordination, and successful implementation of digital tools and environments.

In the role of Area Digital Delivery Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Lead the development, growth and resources of the Digital Delivery practice for the area to support Architecture, Engineering and Construction teams.
• Responsible for standardizing and growing area Digital Delivery Program to support VDC/BIM, Data Acquisition, 3D Clash Detection, 4D Construction Phasing, 5D Cost Estimation and Asset Management across various sectors within the Transportation industry.
• This role will work in close coordination with area Project Controls, Geospatial Information Management, and Visualization & Interactive Design teams to enhance project delivery within the area through effective use of technology related services.
• Work closely with National Digital Delivery Leadership to assist in development of Area/Regional BIM Standards, best practices, training, knowledge sharing networks, technology implementation and thought leadership while establishing regional presence to support growth of Digital Delivery practice within the area.
• Identify appropriate staffing needs through working with area leadership in building Digital Delivery team and BIM Staff to enable successful Digital Delivery of Projects.
• Lead Digital Delivery/BIM Management of Regional Mega Projects, working alongside Project Managers to develop scope and fee of Digital Delivery services, writing and enforcing BIM Execution Plans, establishing and communicating standards, protocols and best practices while working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Work with Area CAD Managers to lead team members in coordinating submittals for clients, governmental agencies, permitting agencies, etc. for reviews, approvals, and other milestones.
• Lead team and establish best practices for performing thorough quality control (QA/QC) of models and sheet files for standards compliance and discipline coordination.
• Ability to lead the setup, implementation and oversight of projects Common Data Environments with support of application specialists
• Be able to handle multiple, demanding, and complex projects in a timely manner with accurate and measurable results.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of Digital Delivery/BIM Management, demonstrated performance of managing large linear infrastructure Digital Delivery programs to integrate Civil and Architectural Design
• Associate or Bachelors Degree in Science, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or similar preferred
• 10+ years of experience with civil engineering/site development & Architectural projects, with proven track record serving as BIM Manager on large scale infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience in Model Authoring/CAD software such as Civil3D, Revit, Microstation, and OpenRoads Designer.
• Proficiency in BIM management and coordination tools such as Navisworks, BIM360, Bentley Infrastructure Cloud/iTwins, Synchro, and Assemble, supporting BIM uses like clash detection, 4D construction phasing, model health assessments, extended reality, and digital twins and digital asset management.
• Ability to manage CAD standards and workspaces in Common Data Environments (e.g., ProjectWise, Autodesk Construction Cloud), with familiarity with ISO-19650 standards.
• Certified Professional in Bentley OpenRoads Designer or Civil 3D, with experience integrating GIS into BIM workflows and publishing 3D models to GIS.
• Understanding of reality capture methods and integration of existing conditions data into design workflows.
• Awareness of current and future artificial intelligence applications in the AEC industry and BIM/CAD, including potential benefits and risks.
• Requires extensive knowledge of BIM, design development, construction documents, technical and engineering knowledge
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to gather, organize and interpret data for process monitoring or business case development
• Oral and written communication skills

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years digital design (BIM element authoring) and 3 years digital delivery (model management) experience
• Comprehensive understanding of all discipline relations and operations of building systems
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tools
• Advanced skillset of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Familiar with industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications
• Familiar with basic automation and programming applications for efficiencies
• Familiar with 3D design software add-ins and supporting applications
• Familiar with content creation and management concepts
• Superior client service, communication, and presentation skills are essential
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively serve as a first line of technical support

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.