The Kansas City Chiefs revealed Thursday that HNTB has been selected as the official architect for the franchise’s upcoming stadium in Wyandotte County. The announcement signals a major development for the region, promising a new sports venue that will host games, concerts and community events for Kansas City residents.

“HNTB’s relationship with the Chiefs is grounded in our shared roots in Kansas City and a commitment to creating an enduring impact for the region,” HNTB President Tom O’Grady said in a statement. He added that the partnership offers “new and unique opportunities to build on our collaborative vision, for both the new stadium and the programs that connect with Chiefs Kingdom and the broader Kansas City community.”

Chiefs President Mark Donovan echoed the sentiment, noting, “Kansas City is a premier hub for architecture, engineering, and construction, and we are excited to have HNTB working on our new stadium project and partnering with us as our Official Architect.” Donovan highlighted HNTB’s “more than 100 years of infrastructure design, planning, and management experience” and said the collaboration will span the next five years.

The project will be built by Clark Construction Group and AECOM, both named on Wednesday as the firms responsible for construction. Sitework on the stadium is scheduled to begin next year, with the facility expected to open in 2031. The new stadium is described as a “one‑of‑a‑kind destination” that will serve not only as a home for the Chiefs but also as a venue for broader community programming.

What’s next: Groundbreaking preparations will commence in 2025, and the Chiefs organization plans to engage local stakeholders throughout the design and construction phases. Residents can expect updates on job opportunities, traffic planning and community use of the stadium as the project moves forward toward its 2031 opening.

Sources: kshb.com