Jlg Architects

Employee‑owned firm offering full‑spectrum architectural services from master planning to specialized facilities design.

238 employees

23 open positions

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Healthcare

Sports

Public Safety

Higher Education

K–12 Education

Libraries & Museums

Mixed-Use Housing

Workplace

About Jlg Architects

Grew into a multi

office architecture firm with regional and national presence.

Designs include sports arenas, college buildings, hospitals, airports, civic centers, libraries, and mixed

use developments.

Maintains five dedicated practice studios: Higher Education, K

12, Community/Civic, Sports, and Healthcare.

Notable projects include U.S. Bank Stadium, Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, regional hospitals, and university rec centers.

Operates offices spanning Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Massachusetts, with a footprint beyond the Midwest.

Minneapolis studio housed in a historic mill building exemplifies blend of heritage, innovation, and riverfront connectivity.

Recognized with design awards from AIA, ENR, and Building Design+Construction for excellence across multiple sectors.

Culture & Values

We value relationships. Internal cohesion is a priority.

We hire individuals rich in character who align with our firm's values.

We seek authentic, driven, uplifting, passionate, trustworthy, respectful lifelong learners who are problem

solvers and value relationships, community, design, stewardship, and integrity.

We lead from the heart.

We continually step back and check in with one another, making decisions that balance individual and business needs.

Employees are empowered to identify business needs that align with their skills, abilities, and passions to chart their own career paths.

We maintain a transparent environment where open, honest, and respectful feedback is actively sought and welcomed.

Quick Info

Company Size238 employees

Open Positions23 jobs available

IndustriesHealthcare, Sports, Public Safety +5 more

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Key Highlights

1989 FoundedYear of EstablishmentThe company was established as a two-person practice.

2023 Twin Cities Fast-50Recognition MilestoneAchieved recognition as part of the 2023 Twin Cities Fast-50.

1% Pro BonoCommitment to CommunityDonates 1% of billable hours to non-profits and educational outreach.

2002 Current IdentityRebranded ExpansionAdopted current identity and expanded across the Upper Midwest and Boston.

100% Employee-OwnedEmployee OwnershipThe firm is entirely owned by its employees, ensuring financial value is shared among all contributors.

2030 GoalCarbon Neutral DesignCommitted to achieving carbon-neutral design outcomes across all projects by 2030.

55% ReductionEnergy EfficiencyReduced energy consumption by 55% in 2020 compared to the baseline, showcasing significant energy savings.

$277K SavingsEnergy Cost ReductionsAchieved substantial cost savings through improved energy efficiency and reduced energy consumption in various projects.

15% ReductionEmbodied CarbonSuccessfully reduced the embodied carbon impact across a range of architectural projects, promoting sustainable construction practices.

100%Employee-Owned FirmBenefits are distributed equally to all employees through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Open Positions

23 jobs available

Interior Design InternHands‑on interior design internship with training in JLG processes and project support