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HDR · 1 day ago

Senior Transit Engineer

HDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. They are seeking a Senior Transit Engineer to manage and support public transportation projects, leading multi-disciplinary teams and overseeing the entire design process.

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Hiring Manager
Meisha Jackson, CIR
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Responsibilities

Take responsibility for the entire design process from the Proposal through preparation of the plans, specifications and estimate of a moderate to large transit project or projects
Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of large multidiscipline projects or medium-sized projects with high degree of technical complexity, typically in excess of $5 million and involving a large project staff
Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
Support and lead project pursuits, prepare proposals, scopes and fee estimates
Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines
Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project development to complete documents on schedule
Work with the Business/Accounting Manager, Project Controller or Company Controller and Department Manager or Managing Principal for project reviews
Implement QA/QC procedures
Execute training for personnel as established by strategic plans
Supervise large project staffs and act as mentor for less-experienced Project Managers
Maintain professional engineering registration
Perform other duties as needed

Qualification

Professional Engineer (PE) licenseRoadway engineering designProject management skillsTransit facility designBusiness development skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree
A minimum of 10 years experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
Project management skills desirable
Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans
Must have coordinated survey, grading, drainage and utilities and layout of various site items is a plus
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and personnel
Experience with designing transit facilities such as stations, parks and rides, transit centers, and operations and maintenance facilities
Solid business development skills with history of winning projects as the proposed project manager or task lead
Demonstrated ability to relate well to clients
Demonstrated presentation skills
Preference given to local candidates

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
An employee assistance program
Paid time away
Parental leave
Paid holidays
A retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee referral bonus
Tuition reimbursement

Company

HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.

H1B Sponsorship

HDR has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (2)
2024 (4)
2023 (6)
2022 (3)
2021 (5)
2020 (8)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Galen Meysenburg
CFO
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Jeff Glover
Colorado Area Water Group Chief Engineer
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