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HDR, Inc.

Design Principal

HDR, Inc., Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215


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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.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.

The Dallas office is in search of a Design Principal to join our growing practice and continue the legacy of providing our clients and communities with creative design solutions that improve the health and human condition of those they serve. Ranked #1 in both Health and Science in the World Architecture annual list, HDR is a leader in innovative planning and design, client service and thought leadership. HDR is home to world-class health and science expertise and the Design Principal serves as our client's conduit to those capabilities. We envision a world where infrastructure gives back, water is protected, natural systems are valued, biodiversity is prioritized, nothing gets wasted, development is responsible, everyone can access renewable energy, and society is just. Come join us in making these goals a reality on all projects and the communities in which they are located.

In the role of Design Principal, we'll count on you to:Capable of developing highly innovative, creative, integrated and effective high performance design solutionsHave an established design reputation evident through design awards, publications, education or other venues, and positive client referencesHave the ability to guide initial design concepts and ideas from pursuit and selection through successful project completion on multiple projectsCapable of meeting design excellence and regenerative design goals while meeting management goals and project budgetsActively engage colleagues to meet firm-wide sustainable initiatives, elevate sustainable design literacy and ensure that an integrated design process is occurring on all projectsHave the proven initiative to teach and train other designers and interdisciplinary AE project teams in the essentials of design excellence and in the critical tenets of HDR's Design PhilosophyEffective in mentoring and developing junior design staff, challenging, inspiring and/or motivating others to join in the constant pursuit of design excellenceDesign leader at HDR who must have the vision and attitude to lead design efforts from multiple offices, while effectively partnering with office management, project management, and AEP discipline leaders on all effortsCapable of identifying, attracting and retaining key design staff, and will be responsible for targeting and developing strategies for hiring senior and junior design talentActive in local, national or international professional design related organizationsWork with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviewsImplement QA/QC proceduresSupervise large project staffs and act as mentor for less-experienced Project ManagersPerform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEEDPMP certification

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Architecture15 years related experienceA minimum 7 years project management experienceRegistered ArchitectMust have experience on large-scale projectsMust be able to lead a team on projects and make client presentationsExperience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)Extensive knowledge and experience within the local and regional marketStrong team leadership, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsMust be willing to travelAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We BelieveHDR 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 CommitmentAs 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-Texas-DallasIndustry : ArchitectureSchedule : Full-timeEmployee Status : RegularBusiness Class : General ArchitectureJob Posting : Aug 22, 2024#J-18808-Ljbffr