Strategic Growth Director, Health
hdrChicago, IL
$135,681 - $239,980 per year
APPLY (opens in a new tab)Strategic Growth Director, Health
hdrChicago, ILManager L7
$135,681 - $239,980 per year
Medical and Health Services ManagersArchitectural and Engineering ManagersArchitects, Except Landscape and Naval
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Strategic Growth Director, HealthAt 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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? 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. We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it's about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities. As the Strategic Growth Director you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HDR's Health sector, contributing to a world-renowned global healthcare design practice. We're seeking a dynamic leader with the passion, expertise, and charisma to inspire staff and clients, drive new business, oversee our subsectors, and strengthen HDR's exceptional reputation. The Strategic Growth Director will report directly to the Global Health Director and be responsible for collaboratively setting the vision for our focused design practice while helping drive strategic growth throughout our global Health markets. This role acts as a strategic integrator, connecting long-term vision, market intelligence, innovation, business development, thought leadership, and talent development to accelerate practice growth and differentiation. This leader will advance HDR's reputation by translating future healthcare trendsincluding digital health, AI-enabled care, workforce transformation, sustainability, emerging care models, and evolving patient expectationsinto actionable strategies, innovative services, and measurable business outcomes.
Core Responsibilities:
- Innovation & Future-of-Healthcare Leadership
- Sub-Sector Strategy & Market Development
- Strategic Partnerships, Investments & Growth Initiatives
- Thought Leadership & Brand Advancement
- Talent Development & Organizational Excellence
- Supervisor Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or closely related field.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Planning, Healthcare Administration, Business, Design, or related field.
Professional registration.15+ years of leadership experience in healthcare, consulting, architecture, planning, strategy, or related industries.
Demonstrated success developing and executing strategic growth initiatives.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and complex organizational initiatives.
Strong understanding of healthcare markets, healthcare delivery, and emerging industry trends.
Ability to influence senior leaders and drive organizational change.
ACHA, EDAC, LEED, or other relevant credentials.
Experience with healthcare innovation, digital transformation, AI, or emerging technologies.
Experience evaluating acquisitions, partnerships, or market expansion opportunities.
Nationally recognized thought leadership within healthcare or professional services.
Must be willing to travel.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or closely related field
- A minimum of 10 years consulting experience and extensive related expertise
- Proficiency with MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Access and Outlook
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong relationship, organizational and follow-up skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
- What We BelieveHDR 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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
Pay Range:
San Francisco: $167,986 - $239,980; San Diego $142,142 - $203,060; Los Angeles $148,603 - $212,290; Seattle $155,064 - $221,520; Denver $142,142 - $203,060; Chicago $142,142 - $203,060; Boston $155,064 - $221,520; Minneapolis $135,681 - $193,830; Pennington $148,603 - $212,290; New York $161,525 - $230,750; Arlington $155,064 - $221,520; Richmond $135,681 - $193,830 Primary Location United States-Illinois-Chicago Other Locations United States-Arizona-Phoenix, United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-California-San Francisco, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Missouri-Kansas City, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Nebraska-Omaha, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-New Jersey-Pennington, United States-Virginia-Richmond, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-New York-New York, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-California-San Diego, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Virginia-Arlington, United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Michigan-Detroit IndustryArchitectureScheduleFull-time Employee Status Regular Business Class : Health ARCJob Posting Oct 27, 2026
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