Job Description

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?
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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.
Build the infrastructure that moves Southern California--and be an owner in the process.
HDR is seeking an experienced Construction Management/Field Services Leader to drive the successful delivery of high-impact civil infrastructure projects across Southern California. In this strategic leadership role, you'll guide multidisciplinary teams on major transportation, highway, bridge, rail, and aviation construction efforts--ensuring technical excellence, field efficiency, and client satisfaction at every step.
As a 100% employee-owned company, our people take pride in the work they do--because they have a stake in the success of every project and the communities we serve. This is more than a job--it's a chance to lead, influence, and help shape the region's infrastructure legacy while being part of a culture that values ownership, collaboration, and purpose-driven results.
In the role of Southern California Construction Managment/Field Services Leader we'll count on you to:

• Lead and develop the construction services group and drive long-term growth for Southern California.
• Serve in the role of contract manager/project manager for various Construction Management/Construction Inspection contracts where HDR is the prime or sub-consultant
• Manage and facilitate pursuits in highway-bridge, transit and aviation construction services. This includes meeting with clients, preparing proposals and presentations for construction pursuits.
• Manage a construction services staff of Engineers working throughout Southern California
• Responsible for recruitment, retention and development of staff.
• Partner with area, regional, and national leadership with respect to opportunities for alternative delivery mechanisms for transportation projects including design-build program management, procurement services, quality programs and other related opportunities.
• The Construction Management/Field Services Leader may also function as a senior project manager and technical advisor on projects in addition to management responsibilities. You will take a leadership role in key pursuits and serve as a client manager for key clients.
• Take responsibility for development strategies, new business prospects, technical services, quality, and production methods and standards, all within established goals and objectives of the business group, region and company.
• Oversee and implement processes within the business group including quality assurance, business required processes, and corporate requirements.
• Participate in the annual strategic planning and budgeting process.
• Lead and coordinate services with other construction services groups locally and nationally.
• Work cooperatively with national leadership and marketing professionals on local and national efforts.
• Contribute to client management, marketing, planning, proposals and interviews.
• Coordinate with other business groups in Southern California as part of the leadership team.

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Preferred Qualifications

• 15-20 years of experience in construction management/CEI of civil infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, transit, and or aviation
• Proven experience leading construction services teams or managing large-scale infrastructure programs in a senior role
• Professional Engineer License(PE) strongly desired
• Business development experience, knowledge of local market, local clients, competition, and recognition in the industry

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, planning or a related field
• A minimum of 10 years of industry experience
• Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services
• Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits
• Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth
• Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector
• Ability to work cooperatively with Regional Market Sector Directors, Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Directors, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers
• Demonstrated commitment to HDR values. 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.

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