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.
We are currently seeking a Sr Project Designer to join our Sports, Recreation and Entertainment team. As a Sr Project Designer, you, in partnership with the Sr Project Manager and Sr Project Architect, are accountable for project financial performance and team communication. As a member of the project team, you will establish overall design direction, develop architectural design concepts, and prepare documents during the design development phase.
Design Development: Responsible for the development of conceptual design of all phases of one or more projects. Assists and coordinates with the construction document preparation to support design intent, prepares for design presentations, and coordinates with agencies affecting design.
Leadership: Originates and develops creative design concepts and the design documents during the design development phase. Supports the resolution of design solutions during the construction documents and construction administration phases. May assist with the completion of construction documents. Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects. Develops solutions to design problems. Oversees design team or less experienced designers to ensure design intent. Oversees design team to ensure the project is on schedule and within budget. Ensures that documentation for all phases conforms to quality assurance, quality control, and best practice standards. Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff, may participate in professional development reviews and “Lessons Learned” sessions. Sets up project team software parameters and manages standards. Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices. Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
Client Interface: Regularly communicates with client representatives to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews, and design delivery. Prepares client presentations and presents design concepts and drawings.
Business Development: Supports the marketing and business development activities of the office when needed.
Teamwork: Provides technical support and project communications to the team as required. Attends on-site visits and client meetings to verify design requirements and delivers design progress reviews. Provides support to all team members for specific market, discipline, or areas of design expertise. Assists Project Manager with defining project work plans. Participates in team meetings to ensure the design intent is consistently adhered to. Performs as Team Leader on certain projects. Leads a small team of less senior designers or technicians in developing solutions to technical and design detail problems following established standards. 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.
HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life, and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
HOK is a drug-free workplace. HOK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local law.
300 W 22nd St, Kansas City, Missouri
Full-Time/Regular