NE-IA Traffic Design / ATST Team Lead

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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. 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 you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's 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.

The primary responsibility of the Nebraska-Iowa Traffic Design / Advanced Technology for Surface Transportation (ATST) Team Lead is to oversee assist the Section Leadership with day-to-day operations of the traffic design team. In this position you will be responsible for:

• Your direct reports timecard reviews, mentoring, check-ins, annual review and outlook and career development discussions.
• Assist section leadership with the responsibility for operations of a production section including input to project staffing, morale, quality control and marketing support.
• Assist coordination of staff and services with other sections in the Nebraska-Iowa Area and other geographic Areas through workshare.
• Assist in ensuring all work is planned, organized, controlled, and evaluated through proactive project management system
• Implement, monitor, and support company policies.
• Assist with hiring process, and trainings.
• Additional tasks would include day-to-day communication (verbal and written) with the traffic section, business group and area leadership. As the team lead you will continue with ongoing project responsibilities in addition to section management support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management and business development experience
• Experience mentoring junior staff
• Involvement in industry organizations
• Demonstrated ability to build a network of clients and industry partners

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