North Texas Transportation Professional Service Leader

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? Watch Our Story: Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around 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 has an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced industry professional to serve in a leadership position as the NTX/OK/Ark Transportation Professional Services Leader (PSL). Professional Services is an area of our organization responsible for section management, alignment of resources to achieve our Strategic Plan, developing professional services staff, and maintaining a quality culture. These practices improve our competitiveness and drive our growth. As PSL, you will report to the NTX/OK/Ark Transportation Business Group Manager (BGM) and work alongside the BGM to provide technical oversight and staffing resource assignments for Core Services projects across the Business Group (BG). You will coordinate with the TBG Business Class and Section Leads who serve as the technical delivery leads for the TBG Market Sectors. In the role, you will support the continued career development of Business Class and Section Leads. You will collaborate closely with HDR’s Professional Services Global Directors and the NTX/OK/Ark Transportation Project Delivery Leader to implement the Business Group’s technical and quality initiatives within the BG. In addition to your primary responsibilities as summarized below, the PSL will be responsible for collaborating on technical delivery and business development for opportunities within the area. You will also support recruiting and retention efforts for the program. In the role of NTX/OK/Ark Transportation Professional Services Leader, we'll count on you to: Be responsible to the Business Group Manager (BGM) to develop, coordinate, monitor and improve technical competencies of Business Group (BG) staff and products to meet client needs and market drivers Lead and monitor development and training of BG staff in technical and business competencies Cooperatively coordinate workload balancing and ensure qualified staffing of project teams with the Project Delivery Leader Actively engage in project reviews and support project teams with management of claims and losses Work with the BGM to streamline and coordinate business processes, consistent with the overall Area, corporate policy and Matrix of Authority Perform delegated matrix of authority (MOA) responsibilities from BGM Implement technical and digital delivery evolution in collaboration with Corporate Professional Services Director Collaborate effectively with BG operations, market leadership / sectors, business classes, and delivery leaders Participate in BG strategic planning and plan implementation. Participate in key pursuit teaming, staffing discussion, risk assessments, and scope and fee development and review. Support BG activities related to hiring and retaining key staff. Monitor and provide oversight of projects to achieve financial metrics. Actively participate in annual budgeting. Develop and monitor recovery plans for projects not meeting established metrics. Make recommendations for salary and staffing adjustments. Lead and / or support active engagement in professional, industry and civic organizations. Serve as a champion for transportation opportunities. Support communication and coordination throughout the BG. Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications A minimum 15 years' of experience Maintains professional or engineering registration and has extensive related technical expertise Experienced in management and development of diverse teams Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field. A minimum of 10 years' experience. Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience. Demonstrated experience with leading diverse teams. Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values. Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand. Ability to work cooperatively with regional and local office managers, other area business group directors, technical directors and marketing managers. 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. Primary Location: United States-Texas-Dallas Other Locations: United States-Texas-Fort Worth Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Highways Job Posting: May 28, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR