Sr Design Principal, Team Lead

HNTB Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation is seeking a Sr Design Principal Team Leader in Kansas City, MO, to guide design across large infrastructure projects. You will develop and present technical viewpoints, ensuring standardized delivery and strong client alignment.

You will mentor staff and lead delivery standards while coordinating with the project architect and manager. The role emphasizes leadership on complex projects, thought leadership, and building long-term client relationships within the firm’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading on complex projects.
• Strong communication with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops and presents lead technical viewpoint on projects using standard HNTB design methods.
• Prepares design concepts aligned with client goals, budget and schedule.
• Mentors team members and guides delivery standards.
• Maintains client networks and communicates with industry influencers.
• Coordinates with project architect and manager to plan work processes.
• Aids in recruitment, hiring, and staff development.

Skills

Revit

Leadership on complex projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being responsible for interpreting client goals and program requirements needed to establish design goals and parameters for large sized and complex project assignments. Serves as a resource to the project architect and project manager as the design is developed. Responsible for communication of design concepts to client and project teams. The Sr Design Principal Team Leader provides guidance and direction and oversees the work of staff.

What You’ll Do:

Develops and presents lead technical viewpoint on all projects and ensures HNTB systens are used to deliver the design in a standardized manner. Prepares design concepts consistent with client's goals, budget and schedule. Works closely with the project architect and protect manager in planning and implementing all work processes. Serves as subject matter expert on architectural projects of the largest size and/or most complex. Develops and presents design viewpoint on all projects. Ensures that a design solution, consistent with the program, budget and schedule is properly developed and produced. May mentor other team members, including those with less experience. Guides the development and implementation of practice-wide technical and delivery standards. Leads market sector leadership initiatives. Maintains strong client network with regular communication with clients and industry influencers outside of current pursuits and projects. Maintains and develops notable industry recognition and reputation as a thought leader through the largest projects, pursuits and trend technical research in select markets. Contributes to and develops content supporting brand recognition and thought leadership goals through all external mediums including but not limited to conference panel speaking, press articles and white papers. Provides input on recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of staff, including performance and compensation reviews, and succession planning. Coordinates schedules and approves timecards. Aids in establishing employees' objectives and provides feedback while coaching and mentoring their team. Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field and 12 years of relevant experience.

What You Bring:

Revit skills History of successful leadership on complex projects

What We Prefer:

RA

Locations:

Kansas City, MO, Los Angeles, CA (Figueroa Street), New York, NY.

Pay Range

The approximate pay range for Los Angeles Metro Area and Orange County, CA is $145,993.46 - $228,348.77. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

The approximate pay range for New York is $158,688.55 - $248,205.18. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work

Company Culture

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don't have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB's spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.