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About the Role

Lead all phases of the design process, guide strategic design direction, mentor junior designers, and collaborate across sectors to create impactful, sustainable environments. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, creative vision, and a deep commitment to design excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of high-quality, innovative design concepts that align with client objectives, brand identity, and budgetary parameters.
• Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle, from contract negotiation and budgeting to planning, design execution, documentation, and construction administration.
• Assess material needs and costs, coordinate bid processes, and support subcontracting for fabrication, installation, and material logistics.
• Facilitate collaboration across disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure alignment with project goals and technical requirements.
• Provide strong leadership and strategic direction to the design team, ensuring alignment with project goals and organizational values.
• Collaborates with and may take leadership direction from a Senior Project Interior Designer or the Director of Design, Interiors, depending on project scope and team structure.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering growth, creativity, and professional development within the team.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, proactively communicating progress, addressing key issues, and identifying opportunities for future collaboration.
• Represent the firm at industry events and conferences, enhancing visibility and reinforcing the organization's reputation for design excellence.
• Participates in marketing and business development efforts by guiding the creation of compelling presentations, publications, and award submissions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline required.
• NCIDQ certification required.
• If registered as an Architect, NCARB registration is preferred.
• 7 plus years prior experience as an Interior Designer in a design, architecture, engineering, or planning firm, focused on offices, airports, hospitals, sports venues, schools, labs, and other commercial ventures.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office.
• LEED accreditation required within 12 months of employment.
• Travel will be required.
• Overtime will be required.

Skills

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Adobe Creative Suite
• SketchUp
• Microsoft Office

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• 7+ years

Education Level

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline
• NCIDQ certification
• NCARB registration (preferred)
• LEED accreditation

Salary/Compensations

• $110,000 to $135,000

Benefits

• 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
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• Fertility coverage
• Matching contributions to 401(K) plan
• Financial support and study prep for licensure exams
• CEU credit opportunities
• Mentorship programs
• Paid professional memberships

About the Company

• 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.

Equal Opportunity

• HOK is an EEO, including disability/vets.
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.