Principal Architect & CEO Path — ESOP Growth Leader

AIA Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Executive leadership growth path

Long-term wealth creation

Direct succession planning

Job summary

AIA Minnesota in Minnesota seeks an experienced licensed architect to assume a principal leadership role in the architecture division. You will guide strategic growth, lead client relations, and shape the office's direction while helping the parent organization expand its national and international reach.

This position emphasizes leadership over administration, with mentorship from the founder and ESOP opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect (RA) with 20+ years in architecture.
• Strong leadership, communication and client-management skills.
• Experience guiding business development and project delivery.
• Ability to mentor staff and build trusted relationships.
• Willingness to transition into executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture division and guide strategic growth.
• Develop and expand client relationships and new markets.
• Mentor architects and project teams; oversee delivery.
• Ensure high-quality technical leadership from concept to completion.

Skills

Licensed Architect

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Project delivery

Communication

Job description

AIA Minnesota in Minnesota seeks an experienced licensed architect to assume a principal leadership role in the architecture division. You will guide strategic growth, lead client relations, and shape the office's direction while helping the parent organization expand its national and international reach.

This position emphasizes leadership over administration, with mentorship from the founder and ESOP opportunities.