Business Operations Leader Jobs in Missouri

MO-KS TBG Project Delivery Leader

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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.

HDR is currently looking for a Project Delivery Leader in Missouri/Kansas. In the role of Project Delivery Leader, you will serve as part of the Missouri/Kansas Transportation Business Group Leadership team, help oversee project delivery, develop project management skills, assist the Business Group Manager in tracking project financials and assist other Project Managers with staffing and quality issues. Responsibilities will include:

• Partner with the Transportation Business Group Manager and Professional Services Lead to ensure the Area functions as a unit and delivery teams are empowered, supported and that staff have career development opportunities.
• Drive the Area transportation team to deliver successful project performance and superior project management to help foster client satisfaction through projects kept on schedule and on budget, with high quality deliverables.
• Develop and implement business group controls and reporting procedures to capture and manage project delivery, in alignment with corporate, regional, and area goals and practices.
• Assign project managers to projects and pursuits and work with project managers in planning activities.
• Monitor, avoid, and minimize project loss and claim.
• Develop and monitor recovery plans for projects not meeting established metrics.
• Develop project management skills - Work with the Business Group Manager in staff development, project management training and mentorship.
• Be comfortable with being viewed as a recognized authority in the area of project management.
• Perform project reviews and delivery oversight including financials, schedule, quality, and project staffing.
• Oversee section workload and coordinate staffing and workload summaries with Transportation Business Group Manager, Business Class Leaders and Professional Services Leader.
• Collaborate effectively with TBG operations, market leadership / sectors, business classes, and delivery leaders.
• Streamline Area project management processes (remove barriers to execution).
• Serve as a champion for cross business group pursuits and initiatives.
• Participate in technical delivery program development.
• Serve as a PIC, Project Manager, Client Manager on multiple pursuits, projects and clients concurrently.
• Possible MOA responsibilities delegated from Area Manager and Business Group Manager.
• Participate in TBG strategic planning and plan implementation.
• Participate in key pursuit teaming, staffing discussion, risk assessments, and scope and fee development and review.
• Support TBG activities related to hiring and retaining key staff.
• Actively participate in annual budgeting.
• Make recommendations for salary and staffing adjustments.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Additional activities may include:

• Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of large multidiscipline projects, involving a large project staff.
• Manage and coordinate several projects concurrently.
• Recruiting.
• Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.
• Work with the Area Accounting Manager, Project Coordinator, Professional Services Manager and Area Manager for project reviews.
• Implement QA/QC procedures.
• Execute training for personnel as established by strategic plans.
• Supervise staff and act as mentor for Project Managers.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in a related field.
• A minimum 15 years' of experience.
• Maintains professional or engineering registration and has extensive related technical expertise.
• Experienced in management and development of diverse teams.
• Works cooperatively with operations managers, technical staff and marketing managers on professional services-related efforts.
• Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSCE is required, MSCE preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of project management related experience.
• Excellent project management, leadership and organizational skills.
• Previous experience managing staff, clients and contracts for an engineering team.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Familiarity with project management software.
• Strong oral and written communication and listening skills.

LOCATION

Primary Location: United States-Missouri-St Louis

Other Locations: United States-Missouri-Kansas City

INDUSTRY

Highway + Road

SCHEDULE

Full-time

EMPLOYEE STATUS

Regular

BUSINESS CLASS

Highways

JOB POSTING

May 14, 2026

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.

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.