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We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 800 employees in offices nationwide, SGH’s industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.\nWhat makes careers at SGH so special?\nThe only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.\nThere are many reasons to love SGH:\nOur Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.\nOur People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.\nOur Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.\nOur Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.\nWe are seeking a Principal who is passionate about technical excellence, people leadership, and advancing SGH’s long-term success.\nThe Principal-level role represents a senior leadership position within SGH. This individual independently leads complex, high-risk projects; generates and sustains significant external work; strengthens key client relationships; mentors staff; and contributes meaningfully to SGH’s strategic growth and reputation.\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\nLead and direct complex, high-profile projects involving new design and the evaluation, investigation, and repair of existing buildings, serving as Principal-in-Charge where appropriate.\nIndependently manage significant project portfolios, ensuring sound judgment in project selection, contracting, scope definition, risk management, billing oversight, and fee collection.\nGenerate, execute, and sustain external work consistent with Principal-level expectations, demonstrating strong business acumen and market presence.\nPursue and develop new markets, clients, or practice areas that expand SGH’s technical breadth and strategic reach.\nServe as a trusted advisor and primary client contact on major engagements, building long-term relationships aligned with SGH’s values and professional standards.\nExercise sound judgment in evaluating opportunities and safeguarding SGH’s reputation in the marketplace.\nProvide senior technical leadership in the investigation and remediation of complex building envelope malfunctions and failures.\nDirect and oversee design and construction-phase services, including consultation to engineers, architects, contractors, and construction administration support.\nLead multidisciplinary teams across divisions, offices, and practice areas, fostering collaboration and an all-SGH mindset.\nMentor, develop, and create growth opportunities for staff across reporting lines, conducting meaningful performance feedback and supporting professional advancement.\nPerform peer reviews of plans, specifications, proposals, and technical deliverables to ensure excellence and consistency with SGH’s standards.\nSupport litigation, claims, and expert services efforts by providing authoritative technical insight and professional judgment when required.\nDemonstrate strong leadership presence through industry involvement, including publications, professional societies, speaking engagements, and committee participation that enhances SGH’s visibility and reputation.\nActively promote all SGH professional services and engage the best SGH expertise to serve clients effectively.\nDemonstrate commitment to SGH’s long-term success, including participation in firm leadership initiatives and shareholding consistent with firm policy.\nWhat You’ll Need\nBachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Architectural Engineering (advanced degree preferred) with 15+ years of experience in an architectural/engineering or construction management environment.\nProfessional Engineer (P.E.) or Registered Architect (RA) required (as applicable to discipline) in the state of Chicago.\nDemonstrated multi-year experience independently directing complex projects and serving as Principal-in-Charge or equivalent leadership role.\nProven record of generating and sustaining significant external work and independently attracting clients.\nEstablished professional reputation as a first-rate provider in the marketplace, respected by clients and industry peers.\nStrong business judgment, risk awareness, and strategic decision-making capability.\nDemonstrated leadership ability, including mentoring and developing staff across multiple teams and offices.\nExcellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills; ability to serve as lead author and reviewer of complex technical documents and proposals.\nCommitment to ethical practice, quality assurance/quality control procedures, and safeguarding SGH’s professional reputation.\nAbility to travel to project sites as required and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.\nBenefits Overview:\nSGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees.\nPaid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)\nPaid Parental Leave\nProfit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution\nHealth Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)\nShort and Long-Term Disability (company paid)\nEmployee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)\nOptional Life Insurance\nHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts\nFertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit\nEmployee Assistance Program\nEmpathy Bereavement Support\nPre-tax Commuter Benefit\nAFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance\nLegal & Identity Theft plans\nTuition Reimbursement\nCompensation:\nThe compensation range below is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate’s experience and qualifications.\nBase salary is a part of SGH’s industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary, pay for extra direct hours worked, an annual discretionary bonus program, generous paid time off, and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH’s Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.\nPay Range:\nAssociate Principal: $214,240 - $236,080\nPrincipal: $262,080\n Senior Principal: $273,000\nPrincipal (all levels)\n$214,240—$273,000 USD\nSGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email  or call 781-907-9000 and ask for Human Resources.\nTO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: SGH does not accept unsolicited agency resumes or candidate profiles. Please do not forward resumes or profiles for any of our job postings to our career site or to any Simpson Gumpertz & Heger employee. 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