Interior Associate Principal

HDR, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks an Associate Principal - Interiors to lead multi-disciplinary teams across offices, guiding interior design from programming through construction administration. The role emphasizes design excellence, sustainability, and collaborative culture within an employee-owned firm.

You will mentor staff, pursue new business opportunities, and advance HDR's design philosophy while delivering groundbreaking projects across markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture from an accredited school.
• Active Interior Design Certificate holder or Licensed Architect in the country you reside.
• A minimum of 12 years of experience in relevant design firm environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs.
• Skilled in Revit and Bluebeam.
• Demonstrate skills in team leadership, collaboration, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Interiors and Office Leadership to support operational plans and processes that meet project excellence goals.
• Participate in strategic marketing pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to Win New Projects/Clients.
• Advocate for the improvement and maintenance of project excellence.
• Serve as a Role Model and Mentor, positively motivating, challenging and inspiring others to pursue Design Excellence.
• Schedule and sponsor both Formal and Informal Design Reviews.
• Establish and support Office Environments and cultures that promote Design Excellence and HDR's brand.
• Co-Lead Design, Technical, and Management objectives with a commitment to the successful completion of multiple projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Client presentations

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design/Architecture

Interior Design Certificate or Architect license

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

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. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is seeking an Associate Principal - Interiors to join our growing team and continue the legacy of delivering creative design solutions that enhance the health and human condition for our clients and communities. HDR is home to world-class expertise, and the Associate Principal will act as the key connection to these capabilities for our clients.

An Associate Principal upholds the highest standards of design excellence and innovation, with an entrepreneurial approach to Interiors and Architecture as an integrated component of the firm's overall design strategy. Responsibilities include collaborating across disciplines, market sectors, and regional offices to deliver groundbreaking projects. The role involves presenting and documenting design concepts to stakeholders, leading teams through the interior design process from programming to construction administration, developing professional networks, pursuing new business opportunities, honing your craft, mentoring talent, and providing leadership to project teams and individuals. As an Associate Principal, you will lead by example, inspire your team, and actively promote our collaborative culture.

Associate Principal, Interiors at HDR, with mentorship and guidance from Interiors Leadership, will participate in the following:

• Partner with Interiors and Office Leadership to support operational plans and processes that meet project excellence goals.
• Participate in strategic marketing pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to Win New Projects/Clients.
• Advocate for the improvement and maintenance of project excellence.
• Serve as a Role Model and Mentor, positively motivating, challenging and inspiring others to pursue Design Excellence.
• Schedule and sponsor both Formal and Informal Design Reviews.
• Establish and support Office Environments and cultures that promote Design Excellence and HDR's brand.
• Promote HDR to potential candidates and assist with the interview process for new hires when appropriate.
• Co-Lead Design, Technical, and Management objectives with a commitment to the successful completion of multiple projects, in alignment with HDR's Design Philosophy.
• Demonstrate Technical Expertise in the creation and completion of documents and details across all phases of a project.
• Advocate for Sustainable approaches and practices that promote healthy environments and the well-being of occupants.
• Collaborate and Co-create ideas and concepts within a team, and across disciplines in the successful delivery of projects at all scales and complexity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional registration / licensure at the local level, local candidates are preferred
• Ability to lead teams, develop presentations and present to clients
• Emerging knowledge and experience within the local and regional market
• Active member in industry associations
• Sustainability credentials/ accreditations / certificates in the country you reside
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, Enscape
• Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with Health, Science, Higher Education and / or Civic experience

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture (from an accredited school) or closely related field
• Active Interior Design Certificate holder or Registered Architect in the country you reside
• A minimum of 12 years of experience in relevant design firm environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Skilled in Revit and Bluebeam
• Demonstrate skills in team leadership, collaboration, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

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-Georgia-Atlanta

Industry

Interiors

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 26, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.