HNTB Moves Into Kansas City Skyscraper It Designed
HNTB Corporation, one of the nation’s largest infrastructure design firms, has begun relocating its Kansas City headquarters from 715 Kirk Drive to 1111 Main Street—also known as Town Pavilion—in downtown Kansas City.
The move, which started in November, is happening in stages and will largely wrap up by mid-2026 as the company’s dedicated floors in the building are completed. In the meantime, staff are working from temporary offices within 1111 Main.
The $242 million Town Pavilion building isn’t just any office tower; HNTB originally designed it back in 1986 and that means something. It’s the second tallest building in Kansas City and the third in Missouri.
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“Being together in person strengthens relationships, accelerates mentoring and decision-making, and sparks the spontaneous collaboration that’s harder to replicate remotely—ultimately helping us deliver better solutions,” said President Tom O’Grady in a statement.
The renovated space is set up for creative and flexible team environments, echoing the firm’s roots as both designer and, now, tenant.
Once the move is complete, HNTB will lease seven contiguous floors in Town Pavilion—totaling more than 160,000 square feet—expanding from about 131,000 square feet at its prior location. The space is custom-designed by HNTB’s own architecture group and will prominently feature its logo atop the building, further cementing its visible presence on the Kansas City skyline, according to the Kansas City Business Journal.
Employees will have access to amenities including on-site fitness, casual dining, retail, and a conferencing center, all situated steps from the RideKC Streetcar line. HNTB’s Overland Park office remains open and is not affected by this move.
The relocation comes at a time when Kansas City is experiencing a broader surge in corporate headquarters moves downtown. Nearly 30 companies, including Blue Cross and Populous, have relocated within the metro in 2025—a trend fueled by the city’s ongoing downtown revitalization and appeal for talent.
The Kansas City-born HNTB, which marked its 111th year in business this year, is recognized nationally for its engineering work, including significant transportation and civic infrastructure projects across the country. The firm says its move to Town Pavilion underscores a commitment to both Kansas City and the future of in-person workplace culture.
–Metro Voice
