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.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Transportation Area Quality Manager, we'll count on you to:

Serve as member of project team that assists in development of project-specific Quality Management Plans and works in close cooperation with the Project Manager and Task Leads for monitoring and oversight of project quality activitiesMonitor QM needs for project/programWork with Program/Project Managers to assess and incorporate lessons learned and client feedback from project reviews and client meetingsWork with the Project Manager in development of project-specific QMPs and verify that QMP is current and up to dateReport production risk areas to the Program/Project Manager and Regional Quality DirectorProvide internal and external project reporting on quality-related activities, issues and corrective actionsVerify adequacy of internal quality reviewsEstablish project quality processes and monitor implementation and effectiveness of those processesMonitor implementation of company standards and practices as appropriateEffectively implement and use company, client or regulatory document management expectationsManage quality deliverable schedule, and ensure coordination between design discipline reviewsManage design review and comment resolution process (schedule meetings with reviewers, negotiate mutually acceptable resolutions, escalate disputed issues, and track open comments to closure)Assist in identifying and documenting issues that may cause, or contribute to, deviations from planned/expected outcomes and develop corrective action plans to address issuesOversee subconsultant quality activities and deliverable reviewConduct conformity reviews in accordance with QMsTrain project/program staff on QMP/PMP requirementsVerify that project teams have team members with right experience and capabilityLead QA/QC-related discussions during project team meetingsProvide mentoring through regularly scheduled conformance reviewsPerform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Professional or Engineering-related fieldA minimum of 10 years in similar consulting industry and a minimum of 15 years in specific technical area coveredPE for design Engineering business linesDeep understanding of QMS fundamentalsProven skills in the areas of Project Management, Quality Management on large projectsStrong verbal and written communication with investigative interview experience, project and quality management software systemsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

Appropriate Quality Certifications such as ASQ and/or CQA20 years in similar consulting industry and 10 years in specific technical area covered

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.