Principal in Charge – Healthcare

HMC Architects

. Plan, coordinate, and oversee major healthcare projects through all phases of development .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeOntario • California • United StatesLead💰 $137,058 - $211,256 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing healthcare architectural projects, including client relationship management, contract negotiation, and business development. Proficient in overseeing project budgets, schedules, and compliance with technical standards.

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Healthcare Project ManagementClient Relationship ManagementContract NegotiationBusiness DevelopmentArchitectural Document Coordination

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Hard Skills

Architectural DegreeArchitectural LicenseProject Budget ManagementProject SchedulingSpecifications ReviewCost EstimationValue AnalysisTechnical Protocols KnowledgeConstruction-Phase Issue ResolutionDocument Production Coordination

Soft Skills

Multi-taskingPrioritizationCoachingMentoringCommunication

Industry Keywords

HCAIOSHPDHealthcare ArchitectureProject Backlog ManagementRFP WritingAgency ApprovalDesign CharrettesPublic PresentationsProfessional PublicationsClient Standards Compliance

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, coordinate, and oversee major healthcare projects through all phases of development
Lead client relationships and serve as primary point of contact for client issues
Assign appropriate staff and direct project teams, consultants, and vendors
Establish and maintain project budgets and schedules and monitor contract adherence
Procure and manage an average of $4M in gross project revenue annually
Achieve an average of $5.3M in new contracts annually through existing clients and new business development
Lead project pursuits, Go/No Go decisions, presentations, proposals, interviews, and competitive project wins
Identify architectural needs and generate new business development leads
Maintain a viable project backlog for the studio and staff
Develop client, agency leader, and industry partner networks
Represent HMC at conferences, events, public presentations, professional publications, and in the community
Write RFPs, negotiate contracts and fees, and develop project marketing materials
Lead and manage multiple clients and projects through all phases
Coach, mentor, and provide performance feedback to assigned staff
Drive accountability for technical protocols and standards
Prepare work plans and schedules for technical project elements
Monitor staffing, workloads, timelines, budgets, profitability, and gross profit targets
Invoice clients and resolve aged accounts and financial issues with accounting
Review specifications, cost estimates, value analyses, and project documents
Ensure design intent, quality, coordination, compliance, and client standards
Resolve plan check, agency approval, and construction-phase issues
Ensure materials and systems meet HMC and client standards and remain within budget
Participate in design charrettes, critiques, and pin-ups
Sign and approve drawings when required by HMC policies if licensed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Architectural degree from an accredited university or equivalent demonstrated proficiency
Architectural license preferred but not required
Minimum of 12 years’ experience in production and coordination of documents in all phases of architectural practice and in management of healthcare architectural projects
Minimum of 5 years’ recent experience in healthcare, including HCAI/OSHPD
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a senior leader, leading project teams and engaging in successful business development
Must be on-site in an HMC studio to lead staff a minimum of 3 days per week
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to oversee several groups performing or supporting work
Strong business development and client relationship management capabilities
Ability to negotiate contracts and fees with clients and consultants
Ability to communicate complex project concepts verbally and graphically
Knowledge of HMC technical protocols, standards, and procedures
Ability to review specifications, cost estimates, and project documents
Ability to resolve plan check, approval, and construction-phase issues
Ability to ensure materials and systems meet standards and remain within budget

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership after one year with company-provided shares at no cost
Company-paid wellness courses
On-site gyms at select locations
Access to financial advisors
Discounts to wellness platforms and gyms
LinkedIn Learning access
Business development training
Supportive mentorship
Company-paid ARE study materials
Exam fees
Licensure completion bonuses
Bonus opportunities
Equity/employee stock ownership grants
401(k)
Student loan repayments
Wellness programs
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Time off and holidays above industry standard
Flexible work arrangement with work-from-home Mondays and Fridays
Volunteerism through the Designing Futures Foundation