Associate Health Principal

HDR; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm is seeking an Associate Health Principal in Dallas to lead the Healthcare sector's direction. The candidate should have at least 7 years of experience and a Bachelor's in Architecture. Responsibilities include business development, project management, and nurturing client relationships. The ideal candidate will be committed to sustainable design practices and have strong leadership and mentoring skills. This role offers a chance to make significant contributions to healthcare design.

Qualifications

• 7 years related experience in the field of architecture.
• A minimum of 2 years in project management roles.
• Registered Architect status required.

Responsibilities

• Guide overall direction of the Health sector in the local region.
• Deliver quality work while maintaining client relationships.
• Contribute to leadership and visioning for the Health sector.

Skills

Sustainable design/LEED

Project management

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Planning and mentoring skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

Overview

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? We believe architecture is more than designing buildings; it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

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Responsibilities

• In the role of Associate Health Principal, you will help guide the overall direction of the Health sector in the local region and be part of the #1 Healthcare team in the industry. The successful candidate must possess the drive, skillset, and charisma needed to develop a client base and to augment an unrivaled reputation for the core Health Team throughout the region.
• The primary responsibility is to deliver great work, develop professional networks, grow your craft, and aspire to the role of a Health Principal within our practice. The role includes a variety of duties ranging from engaging in business development, leading pursuits, and directing project teams.
• Critical to this role is a commitment to developing and nurturing strong client relationships, beginning with pre-positioning activities and continuing through project execution.
• Leadership Responsibilities: In coordination with the local Health Principal, contribute to the leadership and visioning for the Health sector in the local area / region.
• Assist local Health Principal and leadership in reaching net fees booked goals; contribute to or lead capture plans, qualifications, and proposals for Health clients / pursuits.
• Contribute to or lead interview strategies and implementation.
• Learn / lead internal HDR marketing processes, such as GNG, Fee Development/Approval, risk awareness and data maintenance.
• Serve as Project Manager (or other roles as appropriate) on projects and prepare / negotiate project contracts.
• Maintain project oversight throughout execution, including conformance to client expectations for technical/quality, financial performance, and schedule adherence.
• Interface with clients proactively, by engaging them regularly through multiple channels.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to health staff and project teams.
• In collaboration with Health subject matter experts, and independently when appropriate, develop abstracts and presentations for industry conferences, seminars, workshops, and other similar events promoting sector messages, research, project outcomes, lessons learned, trends, etc.
• Actively cultivate a network of industry partners for intelligence gathering and strategic development. Regular engagement in local relevant industry organizations

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
• PMP certification

• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management
• Registered Architect
• Must be able to lead a team on projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Good planning and mentoring 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.

Details

• Primary Location: United States-Texas-Dallas
• Industry: Architecture
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• BusinessClass: Healthcare ARC
• Job Posting: Jan 19, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.