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About the Role

HOK is seeking a leader to promote design excellence on all Interiors projects by providing overall practice leadership through skills in interior design and management, business development, and staff development. This role is a member of the regional Practice management team.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic vision and day-to-day administration of the Interiors group.
Responsible for development and execution of practice goals, business plan, and profitability, aligning with regional and firm-wide plans.
Ensure Integrated Sustainable Design solutions are incorporated into projects.
Supervise the production of drawings and documents that convey design intent.
Oversee design quality control on all projects and implement HOK Standards.
Develop and/or review fee proposals and workload projections.
Work closely with project managers on budget and schedule constraints and identify opportunities to support project profitability.
Utilize and encourage best uses of design technology for presentation and production, championing BIM and Revit.
Oversee the project team in documenting the design from vision sessions through production.
Maintain appropriate billable and non-billable personal and departmental time.
Ensure availability of adequate staff for contracted projects.
Oversee those who conduct project technical and design reviews.
Oversee and ensure implementation of construction details, contract documents, and post-occupancy project support.
Understand and enforce conditions of client contract, mindful of additional services opportunities.
Foster collaborative professional working relationships with management and project team members.
Foster a commitment to external and internal client service.
Responsible for the development and execution of marketing strategy, branding, and development of HOK’s Interiors practice.
Identify new business opportunities and develop current client relationships.
Participate in selected marketing and business development opportunities, acting as a key presenter in new project interviews.
Develop and nurture positive client, consultant, contractor, and jurisdictional relationships.
Assist marketing department in developing marketing campaigns, materials, webinars, and proposal preparation.
Provide oversight to marketing staff in developing standard materials describing the design portfolio, systems, and processes.
Assist in preparation of award submittals, press releases, and other publicity materials.
Work closely with Director, Interior Design to ensure design intent is carried throughout all projects.
Conduct research to understand client needs for project requirements and design solution opportunities.
Utilize knowledge of furniture, fixtures, finishes, lighting, art, signage, color, and materials to support staff.
Stay connected with manufacturers and the design industry for innovative products and services.
Engage clients in explorations that challenge their understanding of appropriate design solutions.
Communicate design intent clearly and compellingly, demonstrating incorporation of client requirements and goals.
Oversee preparation and delivery of design presentations and drive consultant work.
Lead ongoing design dialogue within the Interiors Practice.
Act as a mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals.
Prepare, deliver, and ensure completion of staff evaluations; responsible for performance development, compensation, and workload allocation.
Support diversity and develop continuing education opportunities to stimulate creativity and innovation.
Participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
Encourage staff exploration and innovation for project design excellence and continual improvement.
In smaller offices, may take on roles of Director of Interior Design and/or Director of Operations.
Participate in local or state professional associations and attend conferences.
Participate with other Directors of Interiors in firm-wide activities and may serve on the HOK Design Board.
Take personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture required.
Master’s degree preferred.
15 plus years’ experience with large interiors or architectural firm or division.
10 plus years as senior level Interior Designer responsible for design and project management of interiors.
Supervisory experience required.
Published and/or award winning projects a plus.
Must be a professional Interior Designer and have passed the NCIDQ exam or be a registered Architect with current license.
If registered Architect, NCARB registration preferred.
LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.

Skills

Interior design
Management
Business development
Staff development
BIM
Revit

Location

Remote

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior level

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
NCIDQ
Registered Architect
NCARB
LEED credential

Salary/Compensations

$185,000 to $220,000
Discretionary bonus

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
Short and long-term disability benefits
4 weeks of paid parental leave
Fertility coverage
Matching contributions to 401(K) plan
Retirement planning guidance
Financial support 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 EOE, including disability/vets.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.