Highway / Civil Section Leader - CT

Description

The Highway/Civil Section Leader in Connecticut will oversee production operations, guide multidisciplinary teams, and ensure high‑quality, profitable project delivery across New England. This role involves strategic marketing, client management, and coordination with national directors while upholding HDR’s standards for quality assurance and inclusive culture.

• Lead production section operations, including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control, and marketing support.
• Participate in marketing planning, proposals, and client interviews.
• Oversee administrative functions, coordinate services across sections, and manage technical personnel.
• Manage and develop multidisciplinary teams for urban and rural roadway projects across New England.
• Ensure proactive project management, quality assurance, and control of deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Serve as Project Manager and Client Manager for key projects and clients, supporting strategic pursuits and industry organization involvement.
• Maintain relationships with senior client leadership and promote HDR services.

Requirements

• 10+ years of roadway design and construction inspection experience.
• Proficiency with AutoDesk Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation, InRoads, and Microsoft Office.
• MSCE degree; knowledge of CTDOT plans and specifications.
• Experience designing urban/rural highway interchanges, intersections, traffic management, drainage, and construction plans.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and client relationship skills.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and professional licensure as required.
• Commitment to HDR’s employee‑owned, inclusive culture; local candidates preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance