Managing Principal

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:  Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. 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 are currently searching for a Managing Principal to lead our Western Canada architecture practice based in Vancouver. 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. This individual will increase the awareness of HDR’s architectural practice in British Columbia and Alberta while contributing to the reputation of the firm domestically and internationally.

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 carried out collaboratively with local designers, technical leaders, and national and global experts as required. This individual will oversee and direct the activities of personnel within the operation, implementing annual plans, marketing strategies, public relations, project planning, financial planning and management, staff planning and oversight, and other related matters.

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a 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

• A minimum of 15 years’ experience working in an architectural practice; previous management experience preferred.
• Capacity to lead teams and make 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.

Primary

Location:

Vancouver, BC

Full‑time

Regular

Business Class:
Marketing and Admin

At HDR, we are 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.

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