Market Performance Leader - Government, Workplace and Community + Live at Hga in Washington, District of Columbia, United States | Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States | USD160,000-175,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

project delivery

resource allocation

financial planning

kpi monitoring

process optimization

client management

The role includes full‑time responsibility for project delivery, resource management, financial performance, and process improvement, collaborating with firm leadership, design teams, and clients to support growth and maintain a competitive edge.

Develop and implement strategies to improve market efficiency and client outcomes
Provide executive oversight of project delivery, quality, and design standards
Monitor KPIs (profitability, utilization, backlog, client satisfaction) for decision‑making
Anticipate and mitigate operational risks affecting delivery, staffing, or finances
Promote innovative ideas, systems thinking, and evolving practice standards
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost management to meet profitability goals
Direct staffing and resource allocation to balance workload, utilization, and growth
Partner with HR and market leaders on workforce planning, recruitment, and talent development
Collaborate with design, technical, and operations leaders to streamline workflows
Work with business development to drive growth, sharpen positioning, and evaluate opportunities
Ensure compliance with quality, sustainability, and regulatory standards
Guide teams through transitions with clarity, empathy, and decisiveness
Lead and mentor senior project managers and emerging leaders, fostering collaboration
Collaborate on performance feedback, succession planning, promotions, and compensation
Coach project managers to build strong client relationships and improve margins
Represent the market in firmwide leadership forums and externally as an advocate
Translate vision into action and align team goals with strategic priorities
Shape messaging and lead cross‑functional collaboration
Manage market projects to meet NSR and margin targets
Champion change initiatives and model adaptability in ambiguous situations
Anticipate challenges, navigate ambiguity, and make strategic decisions with wide impact

Requirements

bachelor's

professional licensure

12+ years

project management

deltek vantagepoint

microsoft office

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture, engineering, interior design, or related field
Professional licensure in architecture, interior design, or engineering preferred
12+ years progressive experience with at least 5 years as a successful project manager
Proven track record managing financial performance, project delivery, and team operations
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills across all organization levels
Deep understanding of industry trends, delivery models, and client expectations
Proficiency with Deltek Vantagepoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools
Innovate methods and establish standards across teams

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $160,000 – $175,000, adjusted for office geography. Compensation is based on experience, education, and licensure, and includes eligibility for HGA’s benefits program, annual and success‑sharing bonuses, 401(k) contribution, paid parental leave, health insurance, PTO, and disability coverage.

HGA values empathy, curiosity, and meaningful work, offering a flexible three‑day‑in‑office schedule and a collaborative environment where architects, engineers, and interior designers shape impactful designs. Join the award‑winning team to advance your career.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1,200+ Professionals

Workforce Across the Nation

Over 1,200 architects, engineers, and designers collaborate nationwide from 13 offices.

60+ Years

Design Legacy

Extensive history of innovation and creating meaningful built environments.

6 Markets

Areas of Expertise

Specializes in arts & culture, healthcare, education, government, science & technology, and energy infrastructure.

6 Disciplines

multidisciplinary Approach

Combines architecture, engineering, interior, landscape, lighting, and digital practice.

Thoughtful design drove growth from a small basement operation into a national powerhouse.
Known for iconic projects such as MetroHealth’s Glick Center, Capital One Hall, and Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center.
Portfolio includes enduring community landmarks, modern campuses, advanced labs, and sustainable facilities.
Design narrative built on innovation, shaping meaningful built environments.

Culture + Values

Empathy is understanding and being sensitive to others’ perspectives—both internally with our colleagues and externally with our clients.
Curiosity is the root of creativity. It is about wanting to learn, exploring new ideas, and seeking knowledge.
Meaningful Work is about careful listening, tenacious problem solving, and setting ambitious goals to get to solutions that surpass the status quo.
Originality—thinking independently and creatively—is the foundation of an unexpectedly great solution.
Lasting impact: We strive to make a lasting impact for our employees, our clients, and our communities, today and tomorrow.

Environment + Sustainability

50% reduction

Carbon Emissions Target

Aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% below 2019 levels by 2030, independent of business growth.

5,300 metric tons

CO₂ Emissions Offset

Achieved carbon neutrality in 2023 by emitting and offsetting ~5,300 metric tons of CO₂ through verified carbon offsets.

176,301 MTCO₂e

Carbon Avoidance

Reported 176,301 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent avoided across 1,156 projects between 2021 and 2023.

5 out of 13

LEED Certified Offices

Five offices are LEED Gold or Platinum certified, with nine achieving WELL Health-Safety Ratings and the remaining aiming for WELL certification by 2024.

Achieved carbon neutrality for all internal business operations by end of 2024 using third-party verified carbon offsets.
Signatory to AIA 2030 (operational carbon), SE 2050 (embodied carbon), AIA Materials Pledge, and MEP 2040 commitment—targeting net-zero embodied carbon in MEP systems by 2040.
Nine offices have WELL Health-Safety Ratings, with all remaining offices aiming for WELL certification by 2024.

Inclusion & Diversity

2.0 ILFI Just Label

Achieved the ILFI Just Label 2.0, a certification for social justice transparency in operations, employee treatment, and community investments.

900 Employee Engagement

Over 900 employees participate in the Employee-led Community Action program, focusing on civic engagement and local impact.

0 Gender-Specific Stats

No gender-specific statistics are publicly listed.

Cultivating Equity is one of the three pillars of HGA’s strategic plan.
Committed to fostering a truly equitable culture where policies, practices, and resources are aligned so all people can thrive.
Seek to attract and retain talent diverse in discipline, race, culture, gender identity, physical ability, religion, sexual orientation, and life experience.

Articles

Our Projects

Careers at HGA

Role

Description

project delivery

resource allocation

financial planning

kpi monitoring

process optimization

client management

Develop and implement strategies to improve market efficiency and client outcomes
Provide executive oversight of project delivery, quality, and design standards
Monitor KPIs (profitability, utilization, backlog, client satisfaction) for decision‑making
Anticipate and mitigate operational risks affecting delivery, staffing, or finances
Promote innovative ideas, systems thinking, and evolving practice standards
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost management to meet profitability goals
Direct staffing and resource allocation to balance workload, utilization, and growth
Partner with HR and market leaders on workforce planning, recruitment, and talent development
Collaborate with design, technical, and operations leaders to streamline workflows
Work with business development to drive growth, sharpen positioning, and evaluate opportunities
Ensure compliance with quality, sustainability, and regulatory standards
Guide teams through transitions with clarity, empathy, and decisiveness
Lead and mentor senior project managers and emerging leaders, fostering collaboration
Collaborate on performance feedback, succession planning, promotions, and compensation
Coach project managers to build strong client relationships and improve margins
Represent the market in firmwide leadership forums and externally as an advocate
Translate vision into action and align team goals with strategic priorities
Shape messaging and lead cross‑functional collaboration
Manage market projects to meet NSR and margin targets
Champion change initiatives and model adaptability in ambiguous situations
Anticipate challenges, navigate ambiguity, and make strategic decisions with wide impact

Requirements

bachelor's

professional licensure

12+ years

project management

deltek vantagepoint

microsoft office

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture, engineering, interior design, or related field
Professional licensure in architecture, interior design, or engineering preferred
12+ years progressive experience with at least 5 years as a successful project manager
Proven track record managing financial performance, project delivery, and team operations
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills across all organization levels
Deep understanding of industry trends, delivery models, and client expectations
Proficiency with Deltek Vantagepoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools
Innovate methods and establish standards across teams

Benefits

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1,200+ Professionals

Workforce Across the Nation

Over 1,200 architects, engineers, and designers collaborate nationwide from 13 offices.

60+ Years

Design Legacy

Extensive history of innovation and creating meaningful built environments.

6 Markets

Areas of Expertise

Specializes in arts & culture, healthcare, education, government, science & technology, and energy infrastructure.

6 Disciplines

multidisciplinary Approach

Combines architecture, engineering, interior, landscape, lighting, and digital practice.

Thoughtful design drove growth from a small basement operation into a national powerhouse.
Known for iconic projects such as MetroHealth’s Glick Center, Capital One Hall, and Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center.
Portfolio includes enduring community landmarks, modern campuses, advanced labs, and sustainable facilities.
Design narrative built on innovation, shaping meaningful built environments.

Culture + Values

Empathy is understanding and being sensitive to others’ perspectives—both internally with our colleagues and externally with our clients.
Curiosity is the root of creativity. It is about wanting to learn, exploring new ideas, and seeking knowledge.
Meaningful Work is about careful listening, tenacious problem solving, and setting ambitious goals to get to solutions that surpass the status quo.
Originality—thinking independently and creatively—is the foundation of an unexpectedly great solution.
Lasting impact: We strive to make a lasting impact for our employees, our clients, and our communities, today and tomorrow.

Environment + Sustainability

50% reduction

Carbon Emissions Target

Aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% below 2019 levels by 2030, independent of business growth.

5,300 metric tons

CO₂ Emissions Offset

Achieved carbon neutrality in 2023 by emitting and offsetting ~5,300 metric tons of CO₂ through verified carbon offsets.

176,301 MTCO₂e

Carbon Avoidance

Reported 176,301 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent avoided across 1,156 projects between 2021 and 2023.

5 out of 13

LEED Certified Offices

Five offices are LEED Gold or Platinum certified, with nine achieving WELL Health-Safety Ratings and the remaining aiming for WELL certification by 2024.

Achieved carbon neutrality for all internal business operations by end of 2024 using third-party verified carbon offsets.
Signatory to AIA 2030 (operational carbon), SE 2050 (embodied carbon), AIA Materials Pledge, and MEP 2040 commitment—targeting net-zero embodied carbon in MEP systems by 2040.
Nine offices have WELL Health-Safety Ratings, with all remaining offices aiming for WELL certification by 2024.

Inclusion & Diversity

2.0 ILFI Just Label

Achieved the ILFI Just Label 2.0, a certification for social justice transparency in operations, employee treatment, and community investments.

900 Employee Engagement

Over 900 employees participate in the Employee-led Community Action program, focusing on civic engagement and local impact.

0 Gender-Specific Stats

No gender-specific statistics are publicly listed.

Cultivating Equity is one of the three pillars of HGA’s strategic plan.
Committed to fostering a truly equitable culture where policies, practices, and resources are aligned so all people can thrive.
Seek to attract and retain talent diverse in discipline, race, culture, gender identity, physical ability, religion, sexual orientation, and life experience.

Articles

Our Projects

Careers at HGA