Managing Principal

HDR, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is searching for a Managing Principal for our Philadelphia architecture studio. This role involves providing strategic vision and quality assurance, leading local and collaborative teams to develop client relationships and pursue new projects. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, at least 10 years of management experience, and specific industry expertise in healthcare, higher education, science, or civic projects.

Joining HDR means being part of an employee-owned culture, where leadership and collaboration are key to achieving excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years previous management experience.
• Professional Architectural registration required.
• Experience in Healthcare, Higher Education, Science, or Civic projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic vision and quality assurance for the office.
• Develop relationships with clients and pursue new projects.
• Implement policies and procedures for the local office.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Client service

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

Managing Principal

We are currently searching for a strong, local, design professional to thrive as the Managing Principal in leading our Philadelphia architecture studio. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who desires to lead an established architectural practice for an internationally recognized firm. The primary responsibility of the Managing Principal is to provide strategic vision, leadership, inspiration, quality assurance, and profitability of the office to ensure the annual plan is implemented.

The Managing Principal role at HDR is one where a collaborative attitude is necessary and expected. While you will be focused on the success of the Philadelphia office, you will be required to work closely with other Managing Principals in the region and across the firm to implement sound business practices, bring the highest level of service and quality to our clients and lead the growth of the office. To achieve success, the Managing Principal will work directly with their team and market sector leadership to develop relationships with target clients and pursue new projects in the surrounding region. The pursuit of new work will be in a collaborative manner with local designers, technical leaders, and national experts as required. This individual will oversee and direct the activities of personnel within the office including implementing annual plans, marketing strategies, public relations, project planning, financial planning and management, staff planning and oversight and other related matters. This position will be responsible for establishing local office policies / procedures and adherence to corporate policies, project contract financial fee and budget information in conjunction with Marketing and Project Management, and establishment and/or maintenance of quality control processes and procedures. The Managing Principal may be required to lead and manage teams on larger projects, as well as perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with Healthcare, Higher Education, Science and/or Civic experience
• Preference will be given to individuals in the local market.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years previous management experience
• Professional Architectural registration
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• Service- and client-related personality
• Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience
• Extensive experience in development and management of diverse teams
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Primary Location: United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Gen Architecture

Job Posting: Apr 22, 2026