NY/NJ Maritime Market Sector Lead
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, New York, New York, us, 10261
NY/NJ Maritime Market Sector Lead - (190441)
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? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.
Primary Duties
Plan, direct and monitor multi-discipline projects related to heavy industrial seaport, private cargo and passenger terminals and other waterfront infrastructure.
Demonstrate extensive experience in local maritime and waterfront infrastructure projects.
Serve as liaison with local maritime terminal owners and operators in the development and delivery of their respective programs.
Provide oversight and coordination of several projects concurrently.
Contribute to design and production efforts for design development and contract document work in conjunction with Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines.
Ensure project deliverables and supporting documentation are complete, understandable, and conform to applicable industry standards relative to their intended purpose, including client and HDR requirements.
Participate in business class strategic planning, budgeting and plan implementation.
Collaborate on business class efforts with area operations, marketing and project management.
Oversee and/or serve as a lead technical or problem‑solving role in maritime projects.
Demonstrate leadership on these projects, participate in business class practice and professional discipline groups, project teams, and activities to continuously improve standards and best practices and implement effective quality assurance and quality control reviews.
Serve in a capacity of managing, supporting or leading major pursuits.
Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures and completing reviews of complex projects.
Ensure that emerging technologies are being implemented and that HDR is continually advancing Maritime and Waterfront Infrastructure design capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 15 years experience strongly preferred.
Certification as a Project Management and Maritime Operations Professional.
Experience with heavy industrial and ports and maritime related projects along with construction observation or administration experience.
Demonstrated understanding of construction methods and logic of civil, industrial, coastal, and other types of related subject matter.
Established client relationships with PANYNJ and its tenant Marine Terminal Operators.
Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand.
Preference given to local candidates.
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.
Primary Location United States – New York – New York
Other Locations United States – New Jersey – Newark, United States – New York – White Plains
Industry Maritime/Ports
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Waterfront Infrastructure
Job Posting January 26, 2026
Employment Equity At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible.
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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? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.
Primary Duties
Plan, direct and monitor multi-discipline projects related to heavy industrial seaport, private cargo and passenger terminals and other waterfront infrastructure.
Demonstrate extensive experience in local maritime and waterfront infrastructure projects.
Serve as liaison with local maritime terminal owners and operators in the development and delivery of their respective programs.
Provide oversight and coordination of several projects concurrently.
Contribute to design and production efforts for design development and contract document work in conjunction with Project Managers, appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines.
Ensure project deliverables and supporting documentation are complete, understandable, and conform to applicable industry standards relative to their intended purpose, including client and HDR requirements.
Participate in business class strategic planning, budgeting and plan implementation.
Collaborate on business class efforts with area operations, marketing and project management.
Oversee and/or serve as a lead technical or problem‑solving role in maritime projects.
Demonstrate leadership on these projects, participate in business class practice and professional discipline groups, project teams, and activities to continuously improve standards and best practices and implement effective quality assurance and quality control reviews.
Serve in a capacity of managing, supporting or leading major pursuits.
Responsible for implementing QA/QC procedures and completing reviews of complex projects.
Ensure that emerging technologies are being implemented and that HDR is continually advancing Maritime and Waterfront Infrastructure design capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 15 years experience strongly preferred.
Certification as a Project Management and Maritime Operations Professional.
Experience with heavy industrial and ports and maritime related projects along with construction observation or administration experience.
Demonstrated understanding of construction methods and logic of civil, industrial, coastal, and other types of related subject matter.
Established client relationships with PANYNJ and its tenant Marine Terminal Operators.
Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand.
Preference given to local candidates.
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.
Primary Location United States – New York – New York
Other Locations United States – New Jersey – Newark, United States – New York – White Plains
Industry Maritime/Ports
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Waterfront Infrastructure
Job Posting January 26, 2026
Employment Equity At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible.
#J-18808-Ljbffr