Senior Health & Education Architecture Principal

HDR, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Project Principal in Florida to lead strategic projects in health, education and civic sectors. You will build client relationships, oversee complex programs, mentor teams, and drive design and delivery excellence across HDR’s practice areas.

You will work with leaders to grow HDR's healthcare market, contribute to sustainability initiatives, and strengthen HDR's position in health-focused communities. This role requires leadership and a passion for innovative, resilient design.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and experience within the Health Sector.
• Experience with Laboratory/Education projects.
• Experience with Civic/Justice projects.
• Experience with developing and executing targeted market strategies.
• Must be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and executive oversight for projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and HDR priorities.
• Serve as a senior advisor to project teams, navigating complex challenges and decisions.
• Champion project vision across clients and stakeholders and ensure alignment throughout the life of the project.
• Provide executive-level support during critical milestones and major decisions.
• Promote QA/QC processes and ensure design excellence and client satisfaction.
• Mentor project managers and emerging leaders in client service and leadership.

Skills

Health sector expertise

Leadership

Client relationship mgmt

Mentoring

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

HDR, Inc. seeks a Project Principal in Florida to lead strategic projects in health, education and civic sectors. You will build client relationships, oversee complex programs, mentor teams, and drive design and delivery excellence across HDR’s practice areas.

You will work with leaders to grow HDR's healthcare market, contribute to sustainability initiatives, and strengthen HDR's position in health-focused communities. This role requires leadership and a passion for innovative, resilient design.