Associate's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
15+ years of engineering experience in transit planning
Hands-on experience with relevant computer applications
Extensive knowledge of industry standards in transit
Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to an employee-owned culture
Responsibilities
Lead interdisciplinary teams on transit planning projects
Provide expertise in FTA/FRA Project Development/NEPA
Troubleshoot project delivery issues and plan resolutions
Conduct Project and Quality Control reviews
Mentor and develop staff for technical excellence
Collaborate with transit planning leaders for competitive practice
Support business development in the NY/NJ market
Maintain strong client relationships and understand their needs
Benefits
Employee-owned culture
Opportunities for professional development
Mentorship and training programs
Collaborative work environment
Engagement in impactful transit projects
Full Job Description
In the role of Senior Technical Advisor-Transit Planning, we'll count on you to:
Lead interdisciplinary teams on a variety of transit planning projects
Provide subject matter expertise to project teams in FTA/FRA Project Development/NEPA
Troubleshoot project delivery issues and support resolution planning
Conduct Project and Quality Control reviews
Mentor and develop staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
Collaborate with national and regional transit planning practice group leaders to maintain a competitive practice and manage workshare arrangements
Support business development initiatives in defining growth strategies for the NY/NJ market
Maintain strong client relationships, with an understanding of client needs, funding mechanisms, and regulatory environments
Support selected planning pursuits in the Northeast through technical and fee proposal preparation.
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 15 years working in the transit industry
Preference given to candidates currently residing in the NY/NJ Area
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in engineering or related field of study or equivalent work experience
A minimum of 15 years of engineering experience in the discipline to be supported
Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline to be supported
Extensive knowledge of industry standards specific to the discipline being supported
Proven ability to work in multi-disciplinary environments
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
About HDR
HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
