Managing Principal

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day, fostering inclusion throughout our company and communities. Our work aims to make a positive impact on the world.

We believe architecture is about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of HDR's Architecture practice, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. Our teams combine architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration.

This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

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

• Lead and manage the Minneapolis office, collaborating with regional and firm leaders to implement sound business practices and deliver high-quality client service.
• Develop relationships with target clients and pursue new projects in the surrounding region, in collaboration with local designers, technical leaders, and national experts as required.
• Oversee activities of office personnel, including implementing annual plans, marketing strategies, public relations, project planning, financial planning and management, staff planning and oversight.
• Establish local office policies and procedures and ensure adherence to corporate policies.
• Manage project contract financials, fees, and budgets in conjunction with Marketing and Project Management.
• Maintain or establish quality control processes and procedures; lead and manage teams on larger projects as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years of management experience
• Professional Architectural registration
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• Service- and client-related mindset
• Maintains professional registration with related technical experience
• Extensive experience in development and management of diverse teams
• Active participation in HDR’s employee-owned culture

• Stronger consideration for candidates with Healthcare, Higher Education, and/or Science experience
• Preference for candidates in the local market

HDR is our company. 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.

As 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-Minnesota-Minneapolis

Schedule
:
Full-time

Employee Status
:
Regular

Business Class :
Health ARC

Job Posting
:
Jul 16, 2026

EEO/Legal HDR is 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.

Ready to learn more? Let s work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world s greatest challenges and are always looking for great talent to join our global teams.