Architecture - Practice Leader (Healthcare)

Description

• Acts as mentor to project managers and other practice staff by providing technical expertise and leadership.
• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service.
• Assist in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals.
• Encourages staff exploration and innovation to achieve project design excellence and continual improvement.
• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listens for and seeks out new projects which may exist or are being formulated.
• Participate in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with consultants, contractors and jurisdictional/approval agencies.
• Assists Design Principal and Marketing Principal in the organization, budget and delivery of design competitions.
• Supports diversity, HOKU programs and develops continuing education opportunities (e.g. site visits, lectures, road trips) to expose design staff to influences which will stimulate design creativity and innovation.
• Participates in local or state professional associations, maintains active membership, and attends conferences valued by clients as appropriate.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• May act as Project Manager of assigned projects.
• In collaboration with Practice Principals, develops and executes strategic practice planning and marketing strategies.
• Participates in developing annual business plan for the practice.
• Prepares and delivers design staff evaluations; responsible for performance development, compensation decision-making and allocation processes of department.
• Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
• Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals; fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust among members of the group as it grows and develops.

Requirements

• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop preferred.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region required, if licensure is offered in your region.
• Proven ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with external clients.
• NCARB registration preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to think strategically, implements change, enforces policy and resolve conflict.
• Proficiency in Primavera or MS Project preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vision highly preferred.
• Proficiency in the basic technical skills of architecture including the following computer skills:
• Proficiency in Newforma preferred.
• Proven ability to masterfully present, effectively sell and negotiate the services of HOK.
• Thorough knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, and InDesign graphic software preferred.
• Knowledge of 3D Modeling software such as 3D Studio Max and Viz 2006 preferred.
• 15 years’ experience in architectural practice with prior management experience in all phases of projects through post-occupancy.
• Knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IDP).
• LEED Credential required within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to manage staff with a collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships, both internal and external.
• Proven ability to prioritize oneself and the work of others in order to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients.
• Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, budgets.
• Proficiency in Revit is preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance