Sector Leader - Pre K-12

Sector Leader - Pre K-12

HED is looking to add an experienced Sector Leader to join our talented team. The Sector Leader - Pre K-12 role at HED represents a dynamic bridge between technical design leadership and market-facing business development. As a Principal-in-Charge (PIC), you will lead complex projects while simultaneously expanding HED's influence within the Pre K-12 sector.

About HED

We are a team that is full of ideas, experience, creativity, passionate opinions, insatiable curiosity, uncompromising integrity, commitment, and skill. Our culture is about aspiration, embracing change and challenges, listening to (and learning from) each other, encouraging continual learning, and inspiring collective growth. As an inclusive, integrated architecture and engineering practice, we value the diversity of perspectives, experiences, abilities, and expertise that advance both the work we do, and the world we share.

Position Summary

This role combines strategic design direction, client advocacy, thought leadership, and mentorship to elevate both project outcomes and client partnerships. As a Seller-Doer in development, you will be approximately 50% chargeable, allowing space to grow sector visibility and strengthen client relationships through meaningful, wisdom-driven engagement.

Essential Functions:

Technical/Design Leadership

• Serve as Principal-in-Charge (PIC) on projects, ensuring design excellence, technical rigor, and successful delivery across all phases.
• Lead project delivery teams by setting clear performance expectations, fostering a culture of quality, creativity, and accountability.
• Promote integration of DEI, sustainability, and quality excellence within both project work and client engagement.

Pre K-12 Sector Development and Business Growth

• Lead Pre K-12 sector-specific pursuits with increased independence and strategic foresight, aligning project opportunities with firm capabilities.
• Build and nurture long-term client relationships based on trust, collaboration, and shared values across regional markets.
• Collaborate closely with Pre K-12 sector peers and marketing teams to shape compelling messaging and strategic campaign efforts.

Thought Leadership and Mentorship

• Author, contribute to, and present Pre K-12 sector insights through blogs, industry panels, conferences, and other thought leadership platforms.

Chargeability and Engagement

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Active professional licensure strongly preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of Pre K-12 industry experience with a proven record in technical project leadership and client development.
• Demonstrated expertise in Pre K-12 markets, with growing influence among clients and peers.
• Proficiency with Revit, Deltek Vision, MS Teams, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and CRM platforms.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of computer use and active participation in collaborative sessions.
• Frequent engagement in verbal, virtual, and written communication.
• Regular travel for client meetings, project reviews, and industry events.

Work Environment

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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