HDR · 1 week ago
Louisiana Transit Area Market Sector Leader
Metairie, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expHDR is seeking a Transit Market Sector Leader for the Louisiana Area, who will be responsible for building and expanding our transportation consulting business with transit clients. This role involves strategic leadership in project management, client relations, and staff development within the transit and rail market sectors.
ArchitectureConsulting
Hiring Manager
Matt Rogers
Responsibilities
Build and expand our transportation consulting business with transit clients
Develop business, manage and deliver projects, develop staff, and respond to client needs
Partnering with regional management to develop and execute transit and rail market strategies
Market opportunity assessment, client management, technical and marketing team coordination, staff growth and development, program and project management, and improvement of technical competencies of market sector staff to meet client needs and market drivers
Provide leadership on multi-discipline projects and programs across various market sectors and geographic areas
Lead and drive program growth for the transit and freight rail market sectors
Support internal and external client relationships, recruiting and staff development, and major pursuit coordination
Support capture planning efforts, pre-proposal visitations, proposal preparation coordination with technical and marketing staff, presentations, and negotiations
Assist the Global Transit Market Sector Director in setting and executing the vision to expand services and win contracts from a global perspective
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, planning or a related field
A minimum of 10 years of industry experience
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits
Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth
Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector
Ability to work cooperatively with Regional Market Sector Directors, Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Directors, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers
Demonstrated commitment to HDR values. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, planning or similar related degrees
Minimum of 15 years in leading transit engineering and planning services for major transportation infrastructure development
Experience with major capital programs from planning through design and construction for private, federal, state and local clients
Deep client relationships with transit and rail agencies, or other private entities, in the Louisiana and proven track record of success in this area
Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for the transportation industry
Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits
Proven success managing and mentoring staff
Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand
Company
HDR
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