Managing Principal

HDR; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Managing Principal for its Philadelphia architecture studio. This leadership role focuses on providing strategic vision, developing client relationships, and overseeing office operations. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of management experience in the architecture field and possess a professional architectural registration. The position requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and an engaging client-focused personality. The work environment is full-time in Philadelphia, and HDR values diversity and equity in its hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years previous management experience.
• Professional Architectural registration required.
• Extensive experience in development and management of diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and leadership for the Philadelphia architecture studio.
• Develop relationships with target clients and lead project pursuits.
• Oversee office personnel and establish local office policies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field

Job description

Managing Principal – Philadelphia

We are currently searching for a strong, local design professional to thrive as the Managing Principal in leading our Philadelphia architecture studio. The primary responsibility of the Managing Principal is to provide strategic vision, leadership, inspiration, quality assurance and profitability of the office.

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 and staff planning and other related matters. The position is responsible for establishing local office policies and procedures in adherence to corporate policies, managing project contract financial matters and maintaining quality control processes. 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
• 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
• Active participation in 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

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.