Overview

LHB provides architectural design, engineering solutions, and planning through a multidisciplinary firm with offices in Minnesota and Wisconsin, serving a nationwide client base across commercial, residential, healthcare, and public infrastructure markets. It combines project-based fees with long-term contract staffing, and operates an embedded workforce where professionals work directly with client teams while being supported by LHB’s resources. This allows close collaboration on projects and steady revenue through staffing engagements. The company differentiates itself by offering integrated, long-term staffing alongside traditional project work, broad market reach, and a collaborative culture that attracts top talent. Its goal is to make a lasting positive impact in communities by delivering reliable, high-quality design, engineering, and planning services and building strong client relationships.

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

• New CEO Jason Mangan strengthens leadership in Minnesota and Wisconsin offices.
• 282 professionals generate $57.2 million revenue across diverse markets.
• Land development expertise led by Adam Besse and Lydia Major wins contracts.

What critics are saying

• Gensler and HOK poach LHB's 229-person workforce with higher salaries.
• TKDA captures Minnesota infrastructure contracts using lower staffing fees.
• BIM/AI tool gaps lose 20-30% commercial bids to Stantec.

What makes LHB unique

• LHB's embedded workforce model integrates professionals with clients for project success.
• Multidisciplinary services span architecture, civil, environmental engineering, and planning.
• 59-year legacy since 1966 drives sustainable design and community impact.

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