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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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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.

The increased customer use of Florida's roads has resulted in instances of reduced pavement life expectancy. Accurately predicting pavement performance is an effective approach to cost-saving, maintaining the pavement in optimal condition, and prolonging its service life. However, the current asphalt pavement performance prediction models require increased accuracy to better acquire the changes in pavement performance under varying traffic and environmental conditions. This position will work with the materials and research engineer to create a prediction model to better understand factors effective pavement performance.

In the role of Predictive Pavement Research Specialist, we'll count on you to:

• Researching current information to better create a model for pavement performance factors
• Identify key factors that impact the longevity of pavement life
• Work to create strategies to identify potential pavement performance areas
• Create strategies to mitigate poor pavement performance
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 3 years of asphalt construction and materials experience
• Asphalt pavement design experience
• Asphalt mix design development experience
• Aggregate producer experience

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 3 years contract related experience; advanced degree or contract certification program may substitute for years of experience
• Professional, self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented with the flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, with minimal management oversight
• Excellent writing and people skills
• Strong math and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• 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.