Project Designer

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.

Requirements

• Leadership
• Originates and develops creative design concepts and the design documents during all phases of the project.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Develops solutions to design problems.
• Oversees design team or less experienced designers to ensure design intent.
• Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff, may participate in professional development reviews.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
• Client Interface
• Regularly communicates with clients to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews and design delivery.
• Prepare client presentations and presents design concepts and drawings.
• Business Development
• Supports the marketing and business development activities of the office when needed.
• Teamwork
• Provides project communications to team as required.
• Attends on-site visits and client meetings to verify design requirements and deliver design progress reviews.
• Participates in team meetings to ensure the design intent is consistently in adherence.
• Performs as Team Leader on projects.
• Leads a small team of junior designers in developing solutions to project problems.
• Participates in project reviews regarding project costs, budgets and adherence to schedule.
• Responsible for tracking electronic project data and files.
• Facilitates team internal and external project communications.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
• A 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 short and long-term disability benefits
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• Fertility coverage
• Matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning