Sr. Group Director - Project Delivery

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Hntb
HNTB provides infrastructure solutions, offering planning, design, and construction services.
Oversee multiple group directors, manage budgets, drive growth, and lead project delivery.
6 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Grand Rapids, MI
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Construction services
Design
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Architecture
Bridges
Highways
Digital Infrastructure
Transportation
Aviation
Intelligent Transportation Systems
Tolls
Role
What you would be doing
team leadership
strategic planning
budget oversight
project delivery
client management
sales development
  • Leads multiple teams and groups including the direct management of at least two Group Directors.
  • Responsible for the oversight of multiple groups and leads Group Directors to establish priorities and assign staff to projects. Collaborate and lead efforts with other offices and divisions on work-sharing needs and opportunities.
  • Ensures teams assist in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities
  • Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction. Leads and assists in sales and marketing efforts for growth.
  • Drives the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the group.
  • Assists in the development and execution of the office strategic plan with the Office Leader. May participate of the Office Leadership Team (OLT).
  • Recruits, hires, develops and retains staff, including supporting Group Directors with the development of plans for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession development.
  • Drives the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits and markets with the Group Directors and office, including development of strategic planning strategies.
  • Oversees multiples group’s operating budgets and ensures coordination with the office's budget. Help identify opportunities for enhancing profitable growth through engagement and coaching of group directors.
  • Drives the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
  • Where a Business Development Director is in place, collaborates with that leader to drive profitable growth in our strategic plan and helps determine where the right growth and staffing enhancements are needed to meet those goals.
  • Where an Office Director of Operations is in place, collaborates with that leader to drive profitable growth in our strategic plan and helps determine where the right growth and staffing enhancements are needed to meet those goals.
What you bring
bachelor's
15 yrs
pe certification
client relationships
team leadership
20 yrs
  • Bachelor’s degree with 15 years of practical experience including 5 years of supervisory experience
  • Demonstrated history of strong client relationships and work winning/practice building in the construction engineering/project delivery space.
  • Demonstrated history of leading teams and attracting talent
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  • 20 years practical experience
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1914
Year Founded
The company's long legacy in infrastructure planning and design began with its founding in this year.
  • The company has a long legacy in infrastructure planning and design.
  • The company has over a century of experience, working on iconic transportation projects.
  • They offer services in sectors such as transportation, government, and utilities, providing integrated solutions.
  • The company has a strong presence in both public and private sectors, tackling complex infrastructure challenges.
  • Notable projects include designing major bridges, highways, transit systems, and airport expansions across the U.S.
  • Their work spans various areas, including heavy civil construction, transportation, and urban development.
  • The company is known for delivering innovative solutions that help shape the future of infrastructure, driving efficiency and sustainability.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity
  • Technical excellence
  • Respect for others
  • Continual development of all employees
  • Commitment to our profession
  • Take personal responsibility for making success happen
  • Expect more of yourself in everything you do
  • Discover what is really important in any situation
  • Collaborate for the benefit of everyone
  • Build relationships
  • Technical Excellence (as defined for leaders)
  • Success Oriented
  • Personal Accountability
  • Positive
  • Proactive
  • Collaborative
  • Persuasive
  • Open
  • Empathy
  • Listens Well
  • Develops Others
  • Trusted
  • Self‑Awareness
  • Courage
  • Loyalty
  • Judgment
  • Vision
Environment + Sustainability
  • No explicit net-zero target or strategy detailed on public site
Inclusion & Diversity
12-month curriculum
Program Duration
Coaches small and under-utilized businesses in essential business skills such as planning, project management, sales, marketing, operations, and financial management.
  • Respect for others is at the core of our culture and vision.
  • Values diversity of age, culture, gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, experience, thought, unique perspectives, and other factors.
  • Creates an inclusive environment where all perspectives are intentionally considered, delivering value to the firm, clients, and communities.
  • Invests in K-12 STEM outreach through site visits, job shadowing, mentoring, sponsorships, competitions, college preparation, and curriculum development.
  • Actively recruits and partners with student groups at universities.
  • Leadership characteristics include empathy, courage (keeping words and actions free from bias, prejudice, or malice), trust, and personal accountability.
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