Principal Architect for Data Center Projects (Hiring Immediately)

Principal Architect for Data Center Projects
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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.

HDR was ranked #1 among the Top 30 Data Center Architecture + AE Firms in BD+C's 2022 Giants 400 report - the list of the largest architecture, engineering and construction firms in the United States.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Principal Architect for Data Center Projects, we'll count on you to:

Business Development, Marketing and Practice Growth:

Develop new business opportunities for the data center project architecture practice
Partner with Architecture leadership to develop growth plan to support growth of UK HC practice
Be well-connected in the industry
Lead the data center production team in the UK
Liaison to HDR design and delivery teams outside UK
Lead HDR’s marketing efforts to win new business, including proposal strategy and writing and interview presentations
Develop annual BD/marketing plan
Bring energy, excitement, and fun to thriving practice

Client Management and Project Delivery Responsibilities:

Lead architectural data center projects of varying sizes
Direct design team and collaborates with other project leadership
Enjoy working directly with clients
Oversee the design team’s performance
Collaborate with PM to ensure project profitability
Ensure firm’s project delivery processes are met
Ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practice
Help keep our staff sharp, trained, and effective
Perform other duties as needed

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Required Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or closely related field
A minimum of10 years’ experience of working as project lead
Have a strong recent experience of working with Data Centre projects
Registered Architect (ARB, RIBA)
Must have experience on large-scale projects
Must be able to lead a team on projects
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
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned
culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Architecture

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.

Primary Location:
United Kingdom-England-London
Industry:
Architecture
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
BusinessClass:
Gen Architecture
Job Posting:
Oct 6, 2026

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.