Ohio Bridges & Structures Business Class Leader
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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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' 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.
HDR is seeking a Ohio Bridges & Structures Business Class Leader in our Ohio offices. They will be responsible for management of structures staff, delivery of project submissions, staff development, project profitability, staff morale, and quality control. They will function as a Project Manager or Project Engineer on large / complex infrastructure projects. They will be involved in business development planning, client management, proposal preparation, and interviews. They will see that all work is planned, organized, controlled, and evaluated through a pro-active project management system, and subsequently implement, monitor, and support company policies. They will also select, train, and develop technical personnel and work cooperatively with Area Leadership, National Directors, and Marketing Leads.
They will also be counted on to:
* Coordinate with our other Area Section Managers to balance staff workload, provide/identify staff training opportunities, and identify/pursue business development opportunities
* Lead multi-disciplined transportation design teams as a Project Manager or Project Engineer for local and workshare projects
* Perform technical design for DOT and local agency highway bridges, along with bridge load ratings
* Drive business development efforts within Ohio, including involvement in marketing planning and client management
* Establish client relationships and lead marketing of new and existing clients
* Lead the development of proposals, project scopes, schedules, and budgets
* Mentor less-experienced staff, and act as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design with a proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
* Independently coordinate work of engineers and balance the project delivery team throughout project development
* Conduct analyses, develop design solutions, and prepare design drawings, calculations, and specifications for bridge engineering projects, including checking calculations and designs done by others
* Perform quality control reviews of bridge design projects
Preferred Qualifications
* BS degree in Civil Engineering, MS degree in Structural Engineering
* PE in Ohio or ability to obtain within six months of hire
* Minimum of 10 years of bridge/structural design experience
* Proven hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge design projects with a focus on OhioDOT projects
* Experience using Microstation and typical structural analysis programs and bridge design software used in the industry
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
* Thorough knowledge and understanding of the LRFD Bridge Design Code
* Demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work with various teams
* Must enjoy mentoring and teaching other staff
* Must have the ability to handle multiple assignments
* Excellent marketing and business development skills
* Experience managing staff, clients, and contracts
* Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
* A minimum of 10 years experience
* Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
* Strong communication and listening skills
* Ability to handle multiple assignments
* Good leadership and organizational skills
* An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's 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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes 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 and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Pay Transparency Ohio: $119,070 - $170,100.
Primary Location:
United States-Ohio-Cleveland
Other Locations:
United States-Ohio-Cincinnati, United States-Ohio-Columbus
Industry:
Bridges
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Bridges and Structures
Job Posting:
Jul 10, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering
* Industries
Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Construction
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