Senior Designer (Architectural)

HOK is a global architectural firm that specializes in planning, design and delivery solutions for buildings and communities. Through its collaborative network of 24 offices worldwide, the firm serves diverse clients within the corporate, commercial, public and institutional markets.

 

We are searching for a talented individual to work as a Senior (Architectural) Project Designer in our Houston Galleria office.  We offer a creative and collaborative work environment along with the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects including corporate, healthcare, and science and technology. Develop conceptual designs for assigned projects and work with others through design development.  Be an active part of providing enthusiasm and purpose for the quality of design at HOK-Houston.

 

Interested applicants should submit an online application at the Careers section at www.hok.com at the Senior Designer job title or email a resume to pam.price@hok.com

 

Responsibilities include:

 

Project Design Leadership

n Serve as Project Designer on selected projects—conceive and execute design, being mindful of clients’ needs, requirements, budget, schedule, and site issues.

n Act as mentor; coaching and motivating design team members.

n Foster an environment of mutual respect and passion for design among team members.

 

Design and Design Management

n Participate in project design development and provide guidance to design teams.

n Help to establish standards for design presentations and actively participate in them.

n Manage existing design technology and continually explore, improve on and evaluate best technology solutions for presentation and production.

n Manage the design portion of all assigned projects to respect budget and schedule constraints.  Work collaboratively with appropriate Project Managers.

n Embrace and incorporate sustainable design principles.

 

Business Development and Design Awareness

n  Participate in developing the Houston practice through the acquisition of new clients including:

- Extending existing relationships

- Making presentations

- Work with the Design Principal to establish strategy and respond to opportunities

- Participate in proposal preparation

- Public speaking, event participation, award submittals

n  Participate in appropriate professional and client-oriented organizations and activities.

 

Client Relations

n  Build and strengthen connections with clients through a comprehensive understanding of their needs and goals.

n  Proactively seek information about client requirements and demonstrate how they are interpreted in design solutions.

 

Qualifications include:

n  At least 12 years design experience preferably within a large-firm context.

n  A degree in architecture.

n  License to practice architecture.

n  Ability to manage teams with a collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships, both internal and external.

n  Proven leadership in a practice or large team.

n  Excellent communication skills.

n  Facile with both manual and technology-based design tools.

n  A portfolio of project types that mesh well with HOK.

n  Published and/or award winning projects a plus.

n  Proficiency in AutoCAD and or Revit, 3D computer modeling, and Microsoft Office.