HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.
This role promotes design excellence on all Interiors projects by providing overall practice leadership through skills in interior design and management, business development, and staff development. You will be a member of the regional Practice management team.
Responsibilities
Practice / Project Management
- Provide strategic vision, as well as day-to-day administration of the Interiors group.
- Responsible for development and successful execution of practice goals, business plan and profitability; aligns efforts with regional and firm-wide business unit plans and goals.
- Ensures Integrated Sustainable Design solutions are incorporated into projects.
- Supervises the production of drawings and documents that convey the design intent.
- Oversees design quality control on all projects. Implements and utilizes HOK Standards for all projects and processes.
- Develops and/or reviews fee proposals and workload projections for assigned projects.
- Works closely with project managers with respect to budget and schedule constraints and identifies opportunities to support project profitability.
- Utilizes and encourages best uses of design technology for presentation and production purposes; champions BIM and Revit technologies.
- Oversees the project team in the documentation of the design from vision sessions through design implementation.
- Maintains an appropriate billable and non-billable percentage of personal and departmental time.
- Ensures the availability of adequate and appropriate staff to execute all contracted projects.
- Oversees those that conduct project technical and design reviews.
- Oversees and ensures that construction details, contract documents and post occupancy project oversight and support are implemented.
- Understands and enforces conditions of client contract.
- Fosters and maintain a collaborative professional working relationship with management and project team members.
- Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
Marketing / Business Development
- Responsible for the development and execution of marketing strategy; as well as the overall branding and development of HOK's Interiors practice.
- Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships.
- Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities. Acts as key presenter in new project interviews.
- Develops and nurtures positive client, consultant, contractor and jurisdictional/approval agencies to increase stature in the market.
- Assists marketing department in development of marketing campaigns, materials, webinars, and overall proposal preparation.
- Assists in preparation of award submittals.
- Assists in the preparation of press releases and other materials publicizing assigned projects.
Design Management
- Works closely with Director, Interior Design to ensure design intent is carried throughout all projects.
- Conducts research and seeks thorough understanding of client needs for project requirements and design solution opportunities.
- Utilizes knowledge of furniture, fixture and equipment, architectural/interior finishes, lighting, art, signage, color and materials to support staff.
- Engages clients in explorations that respectfully challenge their understanding of appropriate design solutions.
- Communicates design intent in a clear and compelling way.
- Oversees the preparation and delivery of design presentations to clients and drives consultant work to achieve design goals.
Staff Development
- Leads ongoing design dialogue within the Interiors Practice.
- Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals.
- Prepares, delivers, and ensures completion of all staff evaluations; responsible for performance development, compensation decision-making and workload allocation.
- Supports diversity and develops continuing education opportunities to expose design staff to influences which will stimulate design creativity and innovation.
- Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
- Encourages staff exploration and innovation to achieve project design excellence.
- Participates in local or state professional associations, maintains active membership, and attends conferences.
- Participates with other Directors of Interiors in HOK firm-wide activities.
- Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture required. Master's degree preferred.
- 15+ years' experience with large interiors or architectural firm or division and 10+ years as senior level Interior Designer responsible for the design and project management of interiors. Supervisory experience required.
- Published and/or award winning projects a plus.
- Must be professional Interior Designer and have passed the NCIDQ exam or be a registered Architect with current license required.
- If registered Architect, NCARB registration preferred.
- LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment.
- 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays).
- Minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage, and disability benefits.
- 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
- 401(K) plan with matching contributions.
- Financial support for licensure exams, CEU credits, mentorship programs, and professional memberships.
HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education, and location. The reasonably expected salary range for this position is $185,000 to $220,000. Other compensation may include a discretionary bonus.
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