New England Transportation Business Group Professional Services Leader

New England Transportation Business Group Professional Services Leader At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While we are most well‑known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high‑performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. That’s why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. Responsibilities Be responsible to the Business Group Manager to develop, coordinate, monitor and improve technical competencies of Business Group staff to meet client needs and market drivers. Assist with daily operations, such as project oversight, management reviews, financials and driving profitability at the project level. Supervise business class leads to ensure the New England Area Transportation Business Group Team functions as a unit and that delivery teams are empowered, supported to provide excellent client service. Lead and monitor development and training of area staff in technical and business competencies. Partner with market sector leads on workload projections and coordinate workload sharing with other Business Groups or Areas. Lead and monitor activities for continuous improvement including development and use of technical standards, procedures, best practices and lessons learned. Lead and participate in project reviews and support project teams with management of claims and losses. Participate in 0% reviews and project reviews, participate in business meetings. Review hiring needs, requisitions and offers as delegated by Business Group Manager. Participate in key pursuit teaming, staffing discussion and fee development. Partner with Market Sector Leaders and Project Delivery Leader. Oversee technical and digital delivery evolution, in collaboration with subject matter experts. Work with Business Group Manager to streamline and coordinate business processes consistent with Area, corporate policy and MOA (Matrix of Authority). Oversee and ensure implementation of quality, standards and best practices. Collaborate with Area operations, market sectors, business classes and delivery leaders. Review and approve fee proposals as delegated by Business Group Manager. Serve as a champion for BGX (cross business sector partnership) opportunities. Support communication and coordination within all business groups. Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications A minimum of 15 years’ experience. Professional Engineer (PE) license. Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills. Knowledge of the local NES (New England States) market. Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand. 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. Job Details Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Highways Job Posting: Apr 7, 2026 Compensation Range (Boston): $193,872 - $276,960 The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) 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