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HDR

Associate Principal, Interiors

San Diego, CA · On-site

Associate Principal Interiors, interior design, interior architecture, healthcare, hospital Preferred Qualifications * California healthcare experience * LEED AP * WELL AP Qualifications Required ...

HDR

Associate Principal, Interiors

San Diego, CA

Associate Principal Interiors, interior design, interior architecture, healthcare, hospitals Preferred Qualifications * California healthcare experience * LEED AP * WELL AP Required Qualifications

Northern Impact

Associate Principal

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

Overview Award-Winning 50-person distinguished architectural practice is actively seeking an Associate Principal to join their growing Walnut Creek studio. The firm possesses expertise in programming ...

HDR

Associate Principal Designer, Interiors

Dallas, TX · On-site

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it's about providing solutions to ... HDR is seeking an Associate Principal, Interiors, to join our growing team and continue the legacy ...

Acxiom

Principal Architect (Snowflake)

Saint Paul, MN · Remote

Remote/Homebased Full time JR014144 The Principal Solution Architect is a senior leadership role ... At Acxiom, our values begin with our associates, who are the single most important driver of our ...

Acxiom

Principal Architect (Snowflake)

Saint Paul, MN · Remote

Remote/Homebased Full time JR014144 The Principal Solution Architect is a senior leadership role ... At Acxiom, our values begin with our associates, who are the single most important driver of our ...

Acxiom

Principal Architect (Snowflake)

Montgomery, AL · Remote

Remote/Homebased Full time JR014144 The Principal Solution Architect is a senior leadership role ... At Acxiom, our values begin with our associates, who are the single most important driver of our ...

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Principal Architect (Snowflake)

The Principal Solution Architect is a senior leadership role that blends hands-on delivery ... associates or the awarding of subcontracts because of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion ...

Acxiom LLC

Principal Architect (Snowflake)

The Principal Solution Architect is a senior leadership role that blends hands-on delivery ... associates or the awarding of subcontracts because of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate principal architect in the United States is $171,382.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $145,000.00 and $194,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Principal Architect vs Senior Architect?

AspectAssociate Principal ArchitectSenior Architect
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Architecture, licensure often requiredBachelor's or Master's in Architecture, licensure often required
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, project oversight, strategic planningDesign development, project execution, technical expertise
Employer & Industry UsageArchitecture firms, large construction companiesArchitecture firms, design consultancies

The Associate Principal Architect typically holds a leadership position with responsibilities in project management and strategic planning, whereas the Senior Architect focuses more on technical design and project execution. Both roles require similar credentials and are common in architecture firms, but the Associate Principal Architect often has a broader scope of responsibilities and influence within the organization.

What is an associate principal architect?

An associate principal architect is a senior-level professional responsible for leading architectural design and project oversight within an organization. They typically have extensive experience in architecture, strong leadership skills, and may oversee teams, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders. This role often requires advanced knowledge of design tools, industry regulations, and project management practices.
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Infographic showing various Associate Principal Architect job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $171,382 per year, or $82.4 per hour.

Associate Principal, Interiors

HDR

San Diego, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

HDR rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 60 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 451 rated engineering

Job description

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Associate Principal, Interiors, we'll count on you to:
Be responsible for design in all phases of a project, and demonstrates a master level knowledge of the interior design process from programming through construction administration. S/he also leads the interior design team on projects of any size or complexity, in addition to delegating to and supervising the work of others. Must have professional communication, presentation, and client management skills, along with the ability to clearly document and present design concepts to all project stakeholders and industry peers. This individual must be a team player focused on collaboration with the ability to maintain a consistently positive attitude despite challenging circumstances.
It is critical that the Associate Principal, Interiors be able to leverage technology to present and document their ideas. This individual will not always have direct design support, especially if located in one of HDR's smaller offices. So the ability to produce presentation materials and associated documentation is an important component of this position. Therefore, a strong working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp/ Rhino (or similar), the Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office is required.
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Keywords: Associate Principal Interiors, interior design, interior architecture, healthcare, hospital
Preferred Qualifications
  • California healthcare experience
  • LEED AP
  • WELL AP

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant design firm environment
  • NCIDQ certificate holder
  • ID license in state where applicable

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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About HDR

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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.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917

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