Area Transportation Project Quality Manager

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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?

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.

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. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

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

• Assist in development and maintenance of Transportation Business Group and project-specific Quality Management Plans and works in close cooperation with the Program/Project Manager and discipline leads for monitoring and oversight of project quality activities
• Monitor QM needs for project/program
• Work with Program/Project Managers to assess and incorporate lessons learned and client feedback from project reviews and client meetings
• Report production risk areas to the Program/Project Manager and Regional Quality Director
• Provide internal and external project reporting on quality-related activities, issues and corrective actions
• Verify adequacy of project quality activities
• Establish project quality processes and monitor implementation and effectiveness of those processes
• Monitor implementation of company standards and practices as appropriate
• Effectively implement and use company, client or regulatory document management expectations
• Manage quality schedule, and ensure coordination between design discipline reviews
• Manage quality 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 issues
• Oversee subconsultant quality activities and deliverable review; audit subconsultant quality activities as appropriate
• Conduct project conformance reviews in accordance with company QMS
• Train project/program staff on project QMP/PMP requirements
• Verify that project teams have team members with right experience and capability
• Lead QA/QC-related discussions during project team meetings
• May be requested to develop and manage an independent QMS for JV or mega-project
• Management of the quality efforts for a multi-disciplinary team with subconsultants contributing significantly to the overall design package
• Management of a metric driven quality program with significant, formal client involvement and project auditing
• Construction value generally in the range of $50M to $500M. Often within a DBB framework or in a singular alternative delivery framework.
• Perform other duties as assigned

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Keywords: Transportation Business Group Quality Manager, quality management plans, QMS

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ or equivalent certification as Quality Manager, and/or Quality Auditor (prefer both; allow for the ability to obtain requisite certification within one year of assignment)
• P.E., RA, AIA or related certifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering or related field of study or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 15 years of engineering experience in the discipline to be supported
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline to be supported
• Extensive knowledge of industry standards specific to the discipline being supported
• Proven ability to work in multi-disciplinary environments
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) $124,000 - $178,000

Primary Location:

United States-California-Irvine

Other Locations:

United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Claremont, United States-California-Long Beach, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Ventura, United States-California-Riverside

Industry:

Transit

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

Business Class:

Marketing and Admin

Job Posting:

Jun 26, 2026