Managing Principal

Managing Principal – HDR

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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?

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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.

We are currently searching for a Managing Principal to lead our Western Canada architecture practice based in Vancouver. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who desires to lead an established architectural practice for an internationally recognized firm. The primary responsibility of the Managing Principal is strategic vision, leadership, inspiration, quality assurance, and profitability of the office to ensure the annual plan is implemented.

To achieve success, the Managing Principal will work directly with the business development group to develop relationships with target clients and pursue new projects in British Columbia and Alberta. The pursuit of new work will be in a collaborative manner with local designers, technical leaders, and national and global experts as required.

This position will be responsible for establishing local office policies, procedures and adherence to corporate policies, project contract financial fee and budget information in conjunction with Marketing and Project Management, and establishing and maintaining quality control processes and procedures. The Managing Principal may be required to lead and manage teams on projects.

• A minimum of 15 years' experience working in an architectural practice; previous management experience preferred.
• Capacity to lead teams and making client presentations.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Ability to travel.
• Preference will be given to individuals with strong ties and connections in the local market.
• Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with Healthcare, Higher Education, Science + Technology and/or Civic project experience.
• Preferred candidate will be required to be in Vancouver, BC.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A 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
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

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