MO-KS TBG Project Delivery 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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking ourselves: What is our impact on 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. Your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life. HDR is currently looking for a Project Delivery Leader in Missouri/Kansas. In this role, you will serve on the Missouri/Kansas Transportation Business Group Leadership team, oversee project delivery, develop project management skills, assist the Business Group Manager in tracking project financials, and help other Project Managers with staffing and quality issues. Partner with the Transportation Business Group Manager and Professional Services Lead to ensure the area functions as a unit and delivery teams are empowered, supported, and have career development opportunities. Drive the area transportation team to deliver successful project performance and superior project management to help foster client satisfaction through projects kept on schedule and on budget, with high quality deliverables. Develop and implement business group controls and reporting procedures to capture and manage project delivery, in alignment with corporate, regional, and area goals and practices. Assign project managers to projects and pursuits and work with project managers in planning activities. Monitor, avoid, and minimize project loss and claim. Develop and monitor recovery plans for projects not meeting established metrics. Develop project management skills – work with the Business Group Manager in staff development, project management training and mentorship. Be comfortable being viewed as a recognized authority in the area of project management. Perform project reviews and delivery oversight including financials, schedule, quality, and project staffing. Oversee section workload and coordinate staffing and workload summaries with Transportation Business Group Manager, Business Class Leaders, and Professional Services Leader. Collaborate effectively with TBG operations, market leadership/sector, business classes, and delivery leaders. Streamline area project management processes (remove barriers to execution). Serve as a champion for cross‑business group pursuits and initiatives. Participate in technical delivery program development. Serve as a PIC, Project Manager, Client Manager on multiple pursuits, projects and clients concurrently. Possible MOA responsibilities delegated from Area Manager and Business Group Manager. Participate in TBG strategic planning and plan implementation. Participate in key pursuit teaming, staffing discussion, risk assessments, and scope and fee development and review. Support TBG activities related to hiring and retaining key staff. Actively participate in annual budgeting. Make recommendations for salary and staffing adjustments. Perform other duties as needed. Additional activities may include: Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of large multidisciplinary projects involving a large project staff. Manage and coordinate several projects concurrently. Recruiting. Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings. Work with the Area Accounting Manager, Project Coordinator, Professional Services Manager and Area Manager for project reviews. Implement QA/QC procedures. Execute training for personnel as established by strategic plans. Supervise staff and act as mentor for Project Managers. Preferred Qualifications BSCE is required, MSCE preferred. A minimum of 10 years of project management related experience. Excellent project management, leadership and organizational skills. Previous experience managing staff, clients and contracts for an engineering team. Ability to handle multiple assignments. Familiarity with project management software. Strong oral and written communication and listening skills. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field. 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. Works cooperatively with operations managers, technical staff and marketing managers on professional services–related efforts. Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must. Primary Location: United States-Missouri-St. Louis Other Locations: United States-Missouri-Kansas City Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Highways Job Posting: May 14, 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