About Us
At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward
Our team is looking for a success-oriented Rail Bridge Project Manager that will be a key player in HDR’s freight rail program.
The freight rail network is a vital link in our national and global supply chain markets. Your work at HDR results in critical infrastructure for the sustainable movement of goods and people. Whether it is a traditional railroad structure across a major river, or an engineering marvel that redefines freight mobility at historic bottlenecks, you will have created something that matters.
HDR Rail Bridge Project Managers thrive in entrepreneurial environments where team members are encouraged to shape their work roles to their strengths and interests. Our proven workshare approach provides opportunities to work across our transportation program and participate with clients and projects around the globe. Our culture of innovation and collaboration places strong emphasis on team-spirit, diversity thoughtfulness, growth and learning, discipline expertise, and personal accountability offering you a rewarding career in our dynamic, high-performance environment. If that sounds good to you, please apply
Primary Responsibilities
As an employee-owner in this Rail Bridge Project Manager role, we’ll count on you to:
• Serve as the internal lead and primary client point of contact for a variety of bridge projects with Class I railroads, short line railroads, industries, utilities, ports, agencies, and other industry clients.
• Lead and/or participate in the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects.
• Develop client relationships to identify project opportunities.
• Lead and/or participate in marketing and contractual activities.
• Manage scope, budget, and schedule, as well as development of design criteria, specifications, project guides, project meeting notes, and cost estimating activities.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate with technical, clerical, and subconsultant professionals on multi-disciplinary teams to manage and coordinate workloads throughout entire project.
• Effectively communicate between client and project team.
• Work with Business/Accounting/Management teams for project reviews.
• Lead and/or perform detailed QC reviews of projects.
• Participate in client and stakeholder visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspection as needed.
• Attend industry events and represent HDR, as needed.
• Mentor younger staff and support continued professional development.
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Required Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Professional Engineering (P.E. or P. Eng.) license.
•5 years bridge design experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams on bridge/structures engineering/design projects.
• Proven, hands-on experience in all aspects of bridge/structures engineering/design projects.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and Project software.
• Experience and proficiency with bridge/structural analysis and design software programs.
• Experience and basic proficiency using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• Experience working with AREMA’s Manual for Railway Engineering and/or other railroad design guidelines, specifications, and criteria.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment with various teams.
• Project management skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, listening and mentoring skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master of Science in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Ability to become licensed as a P.E. or P. Eng. in additional jurisdictions through the NCEES or similar.
• Experience in technical writing, communicating, and presenting to clients and the public.
• Experience with rail, industrial, or transit clients is strongly preferred.
• Construction inspection or construction management experience is a plus.
•Experience with freight rail or transit rail design is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with engineering software packages such as: LARSA, LEAP Bridge Enterprise, FB-MultiPier, LPile, SAP2000, CSiBridge, ADINA, spColumn, and/or LUSAS.
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
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