Federal Principal, Science

Responsibilities Project Leadership Responsibilities Local Leadership: Grow a well‑balanced, multidisciplinary Federal Science team; assess staffing capabilities; recruit, maintain, develop expertise and balance all aspects of a design‑driven top tier practice. Collaborate with Market and Office Leadership: Work across the HDR matrix and other local Federal Principals to implement key initiatives, investments and strategies for growth and practice development, obtain new Science project work, and contribute towards office profitability. Build Client Relationships: Develop strong client relationships and serve as a key client relationship manager on pursuits and projects. Work closely with office Managing Principal to ensure that the local Federal Science practice is meeting the business objectives for the office. Public Responsibilities: Participate as a thought leader in professional organizations, activities, and services that further the firm's vision, value and relationships. Represent and Advance the Firm: Increase the awareness and understanding within the community of the firm's practice on a local, regional, and national basis. Marketing and Business Development Responsibilities Serve as Seller‑Doer for the federal science market in DMV to reach net fees booking goals, supporting on BD activities as needed. Contribute to strategic/business development plans. Proposal Writing: Lead and oversee the analysis of RFQs and RFPs 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. Interviews and Presentations: Lead the development of interview presentation strategies, messaging, and all team preparations for winning presentations and interviews. Regional Teamwork: Work and collaborate with the other leaders, marketing staff and design professionals throughout the firm to develop relationships and win work and grow the book of work. Preferred Qualifications Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED PMP certification Minimum 15+ years of experience in A/E/C industry on a variety of large federal science project scales and complexities. Knowledge and experience within the local and regional federal market. Ability to collaborate and integrate with existing team. Required Qualifications 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 Additional Requirements This position is subject to a governmental background check. Due to client contract requirements US‑born citizenship is required. Location United States, Virginia, Arlington #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR, Inc.