About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Health Engineering Principal, we'll count on you to focus on client management and development, serving as a client manager and project manager for future assignments and pursuits with key clients in the healthcare market sector.

This role will help drive the success of our practice with leadership in the following areas:

Marketing & Business Development

• The position will be the responsible for working with the architecture healthcare leadership team to assess the area marketplace and determine the best business approach to win and secure contracts.
• This individual will be expected to coordinate closely with our Architecture Business Group to identify and develop project opportunities, serve as a pursuit champion, and developing strategy and participation in pursuit activities.
• Participate in industry associations and serve as a company role-model in business and community organizations.
• Develop relationships with senior leadership in key client organizations.
• Develop relationships with industry counterparts in other consulting organizations.

Project Management and Client Relations

• Planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of large multi-discipline projects or medium-sized projects with a high degree of technical complexity.
• Serve as the Client Manager for selected key clients within the region.
• Drive client management, monitoring and taking action regarding project profit and loss, ensuring project delivery and supporting the QA/QC program.
• Facilitate cooperation and eliminate hurdles and barriers to success.
• Assist with contract review projects to help ensure risk management, proper staffing, quality reviews and resolution of claims.

Area Leadership

• Work with Business Group Managers on development and delivery of area and department market sector initiatives.
• The position will seek opportunities to enhance our practices so that we will best perform within the marketplace to win new work and to provide opportunities for staff growth and development.
• Work with area business group leadership to implement process improvements, development and dissemination of "lessons learned", and facilitate work sharing within the market sector; promote effective use of company resources and assist in applying key staff/expertise to projects.
• Lead the area in identifying needs and opportunities for new and improved technical services and products so as to maximize the depth, effectiveness and efficiency of the practice. Work with the business class directors and practice groups to drive technical excellence and coordinate technical staff to support the program and marketing efforts.
• Identify resource gaps and drive talent management and recruiting. Work with the Market Sector Directors to coordinate staffing/recruiting plans for key hires and assist local leadership as necessary with local hires.
• Identify key investments (acquisitions and technology) that will maintain or drive HDR into industry leadership position.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, or closely related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of industry experience.
• If an engineer, maintain engineering registration.
• Experienced in development and management of strategic marketing programs for planning and/or engineering services.
• Experienced in development and management of a wide range of client relationships and specific program and/or project pursuits.
• Experienced in overall staff development to include recruiting, career path and professional growth.
• Experienced with industry associations and maintains a visible profile in the market sector.
• Ability to work cooperatively with Market Sector Directors, Business Class Directors, Regional Business Group Director, Area Business Group Managers, Area Marketing Managers and Area Managers.
• Demonstrated commitment to HDR values. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• Professional Engineers license
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm Revit MEP experience preferred
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
• Master's degree in Architectural Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.