Transportation Design and Delivery Department Lead

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Transportation Design and Delivery Department Lead 191801

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: https://www.hdrinc.com/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; its the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDRs Transportation Business Group, youll 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 youre modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isnt just a job; its 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.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Transportation Design and Delivery Department Lead, we will count on you to take responsibility for the daily operations and continued growth for an established and growing highway and municipal roadway design group. In this position, reporting to the Transportation Business Group Manager (Eastern Canada), your direct reports will include the Section Managers within the Department and possibly additional specialty and practice leaders.

The Sections include:

• Design and Delivery for Roads
• Roadway Transit (BRT, LRT, Transit Priority, etc.)
• Transportation Hydraulics
• CAD/BIM

With the support to grow and expand sections in response to needs and opportunities dictated by the market, through collaboration, the role supports the growth and success of the Highways, Transit, Freight, Maritime, and Aviation market sectors within the Transportation industry.

Operations

• Communicate, implement, and monitor department procedures, processes, and adherence to corporate and company policies and project contractual terms.

Team Management

• Oversee project staffing and workload balancing for the department across Canada.
• Manage activities of personnel within a department to provide high-quality services and to achieve or exceed plan results.
• Coordinate, monitor, and improve technical competencies of Department staff and products to meet client needs and market drivers.
• Oversee hiring, performance evaluation, staff development, training, recognition, and retention.

Direct Projects

• Business Development.

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each others 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.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the utmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.