Federal Architecture Principal

HDR•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

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. We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities. The Central Region of HDR Architecture is in search of a Federal Architecture 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. HDR is a leader in innovative planning and design, client service and thought leadership on projects globally and throughout the region. HDR is home to world-class expertise and the Federal Architecture Principal serves as our client’s conduit to those capabilities. The primary responsibility of the Federal Architecture Principal is to achieve growth and market capture through strong collaboration between Architecture market sectors, client development leads and across business groups while building client relationships and identifying opportunities. This position will work strategically with the Federal Architecture Market Sector Director, Federal Architecture team and local offices to present the best teams and services to our clients that will allow HDR to successfully increase our federal market share in the region. In addition, you will oversee projects in a senior leadership role and participate in practice management as part of the local team, securing successful CPARS.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture
15 years related experience
A minimum 7 years project management experience
Registered Architect
Must have experience on large-scale projects
Must be able to lead a team on projects and make client presentations
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
Extensive knowledge and experience within the local and regional market
Strong team leadership, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be willing to travel
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

Minimum 15+ years of experience in A/E/C industry on a variety of federal project scales and complexities.
Knowledge and experience within the local and regional federal market.
Ability to collaborate and integrate with existing team.
Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
PMP certification

Responsibilities

Working alongside other sector leaders, grow a well-balanced, multidisciplinary Federal team; assess capabilities of staffing resources; grow, develop, recruit and maintain expertise, balance all aspects of an expertise and design-driven top tier practice.
Work across the HDR matrix’s Sector and Regional Directors to implement key initiatives, investments and strategies for growth and practice development, obtain new project work, and contribute towards region profitability.
Develop strong client relationships and serve as a key client relationship manager on pursuits and projects.
Work closely with office Managing Principals to ensure that the Federal practice is meeting the business objectives for the firm, national practice, regional practice and local offices.
Participate as a thought leader in professional organizations, activities and services that further the firm’s vision, value and relationships.
Increase the awareness and understanding within the community of the firm’s practice on a local, regional, and national basis.
Serve as Business Development lead for the federal architecture market in the central region to reach net fees booking goals.
Contribute to strategic/business development plans.
Support team development in new offices engaged in Federal Architecture in the region.
Support Fed Architecture program and principals on BD activities as needed in the region.
Lead and oversee the analysis of RFQs and RFP’s and the development of written proposal responses. Develop, craft and write proposals and oversee the preparation and timely completion of qualifications packages and proposals with all contributing parties both inside and outside the firm.
Lead the development of interview presentation strategies, messaging, and all team preparations for winning presentations and interviews.
Work and collaborate with the other leaders, marketing staff and design professionals throughout the firm and particularly within the firm’s Federal Architecture Central Region to develop relationships and win work and grow the book of work.