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Managing Principal jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, then sponsor an I-140 petition for EB-2 or EB-3 classification. Because the role typically demands an advanced degree or substantial progressive experience, most sponsoring firms pursue EB-2. Per-country priority-date backlogs mean your timeline depends heavily on your country of birth.
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At 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.
We are currently searching for a strong, local, design professional to thrive as the Managing Principal in leading our Minneapolis architecture studio. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who desires to lead an established architectural practice for an internationally recognized firm. The primary responsibility of the Managing Principal is for strategic vision, leadership, inspiration, quality assurance, and profitability of the office to ensure the annual plan is implemented.
The Managing Principal role at HDR is one where a collaborative attitude is necessary and expected. While you will be focused on the success of the Minneapolis office, you will be required to work closely with other Managing Principals in the region and across the firm to implement sound business practices, bring the highest level of service and quality to our clients and lead the growth of the office.
To achieve success, the Managing Principal will work directly with their team and market sector leadership to develop relationships with target clients and pursue new projects in the surrounding region. The pursuit of new work will be in a collaborative manner with local designers, technical leaders, and national experts as required. This individual will oversee and direct the activities of personnel within the office including implementing annual plans, marketing strategies, public relations, project planning, financial planning and management, staff planning and oversight and other related matters. This position will be responsible for establishing local office policies / procedures and adherence to corporate policies, project contract financial fee and budget information in conjunction with Marketing and Project Management, and establishment and/or maintenance of quality control processes and procedures. The Managing Principal may be required to lead and manage teams on larger projects, as well as perform other duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
- A minimum of 10 years previous management experience
- Professional Architectural registration
- Good leadership and organizational skills
- Service- and client-related personality
- Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience
- Extensive experience in development and management of diverse teams
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred Qualifications:
- Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with Healthcare, Higher Education and/or Science experience
- Preference will be given to individuals in the local market.
What We Believe
HDR 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: $168,977 - 241,395
Primary Location:
United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis
Industry:
Architecture
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Health ARC
Job Posting:
Jul 16, 2026
Managing Principal
At 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.
We are currently searching for a strong, local, design professional to thrive as the Managing Principal in leading our Minneapolis architecture studio. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who desires to lead an established architectural practice for an internationally recognized firm. The primary responsibility of the Managing Principal is for strategic vision, leadership, inspiration, quality assurance, and profitability of the office to ensure the annual plan is implemented.
The Managing Principal role at HDR is one where a collaborative attitude is necessary and expected. While you will be focused on the success of the Minneapolis office, you will be required to work closely with other Managing Principals in the region and across the firm to implement sound business practices, bring the highest level of service and quality to our clients and lead the growth of the office.
To achieve success, the Managing Principal will work directly with their team and market sector leadership to develop relationships with target clients and pursue new projects in the surrounding region. The pursuit of new work will be in a collaborative manner with local designers, technical leaders, and national experts as required. This individual will oversee and direct the activities of personnel within the office including implementing annual plans, marketing strategies, public relations, project planning, financial planning and management, staff planning and oversight and other related matters. This position will be responsible for establishing local office policies / procedures and adherence to corporate policies, project contract financial fee and budget information in conjunction with Marketing and Project Management, and establishment and/or maintenance of quality control processes and procedures. The Managing Principal may be required to lead and manage teams on larger projects, as well as perform other duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
- A minimum of 10 years previous management experience
- Professional Architectural registration
- Good leadership and organizational skills
- Service- and client-related personality
- Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience
- Extensive experience in development and management of diverse teams
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred Qualifications:
- Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with Healthcare, Higher Education and/or Science experience
- Preference will be given to individuals in the local market.
What We Believe
HDR 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: $168,977 - 241,395
Primary Location:
United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis
Industry:
Architecture
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Health ARC
Job Posting:
Jul 16, 2026
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Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
PERM sponsors for Managing Principal roles almost always pursue EB-2, which requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience. Document each promotion and expanded scope of responsibility before you begin the application process.
Research prevailing wages before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your target SOC code and metropolitan area. PERM requires your offered salary to meet or exceed that figure, so confirming this before negotiations protects your sponsorship eligibility from the start.
Target firms with established PERM filing history
Seek out employers whose DOL records show a consistent pattern of PERM filings in management and professional roles. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified green card sponsorship history by occupation, so you can focus outreach on firms that have navigated PERM before.
Anticipate the recruitment test timeline
PERM requires your employer to run a formal recruitment test, including specific advertising steps, before DOL will certify the application. Build at least three to six months of runway into your timeline so this mandatory process doesn't delay your I-140 filing unexpectedly.
Track your priority date before changing employers
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also allows you to move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the process. Knowing which protection applies to your situation prevents costly missteps.
Get your O*NET classification confirmed early
The O*NET profile for your target occupation defines the duties and education level USCIS and DOL will use to evaluate your petition. Confirming that your actual job duties map to the correct SOC code before PERM is filed reduces the risk of a denial or audit.
Green Card Managing Principal: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for a Managing Principal differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence rather than a temporary status tied to a single employer. The process involves PERM labor certification filed with DOL, an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and then adjustment of status or consular processing. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country priority-date backlogs mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years before a visa number becomes available.
Which green card category typically applies to Managing Principal roles?
Most employers pursue EB-2, because the role ordinarily requires an advanced degree in business, law, finance, or a related discipline, or a bachelor's degree backed by at least five years of progressive post-degree experience in a principal or senior management capacity. EB-3 is available when the employer structures the minimum requirements at the bachelor's-degree-plus-two-years-of-experience level, though EB-2 is far more common for this title.
How do I find employers that sponsor green cards for Managing Principal positions?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by occupation and location, so you can target outreach to firms that have already filed PERM for similar roles. Filtering your job search this way saves time and focuses your applications on employers who understand the sponsorship process for senior management titles.
What does the PERM recruitment test mean for my job search timeline?
Before DOL certifies PERM, the employer must run a mandatory recruitment test, including advertisements in specific formats and over a defined period, to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker applied for the role. This process typically adds three to six months before the PERM application can be filed, so factoring this into your offer negotiations helps you set realistic expectations with the hiring firm.
Can I change employers after my Managing Principal green card sponsorship is started?
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date can be transferred to a new employer's petition if you switch jobs before your I-485 is filed or early in its pendency. If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting PERM, as long as your new role is sufficiently comparable to the sponsored position.