HKS

Office Director

HKS • $120K — $150K *
Seattle, WA 98115In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Accredited degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
  • Required licensure or certification in chosen field
  • 15+ years of experience in leadership roles with project and talent development
  • Sustainable design accreditation preferred
  • Familiarity with design-related software and Vision functionality
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Project and Teams
  • Strong track record in client relationship management and team leadership

Responsibilities

  • Oversee office operations and staff development according to HKS strategic plan
  • Guide office growth as a cohesive unit while engaging staff
  • Manage claims and risk related to office projects
  • Collaborate with practice leaders to ensure compliance with HKS standards
  • Accountable for staffing and performance evaluations
  • Champion firmwide initiatives such as J.E.D.I. and sustainable design
  • Build and maintain client relationships across various practices

Benefits

  • Opportunity for leadership in a prominent architecture firm
  • Be part of strategic firm initiatives focused on innovation
  • Collaborate with diverse teams and interdisciplinary design leaders
  • Professional development support in sustainable design and other areas
  • Potential for travel to enhance client relationships
Full Job Description
Overview:

Responsible for the balanced growth and successful performance of an office. The Office Director is accountable for the success of the office. The Office Director is an identifiable leader, both externally and internally to establish and reinforce HKS in the market as thought leaders with clients.

Responsibilities:
  • Oversees the office and all its staff, building the practice in concert with the HKS strategic plan
  • Guides growth and development of office as cohesive unit, engaging staff as appropriate to facilitate and encourage participation
  • Oversees claims/risk management related to projects for the office
  • Partners with practice leaders and Studio Practice/Design Leaders to ensure HKS standards are followed and projects adhere to schedule and budget
  • Oversees and maintains accountability over staffing, collaborate with Studio Practice Manager and with respective practice leadership
  • Works with project teams to coordinate and participate in evaluation of staff performance
  • Ensures that the office evolves in a manner which is consistent with HKS's core values and purpose
  • Demonstrates an innovative and collaborative approach to planning and design consistent with HKS strategic priorities
  • Emphasizes and incorporates HKS strategic priorities, such as responsible design, into project teams and client solutions
  • Ensures policies and practices of the firm are deployed and followed in the office
  • Deploys firmwide initiatives in the office, including but not limited to being a champion for J.E.D.I., Research, Enterprise strategies, Top Projects
  • Operates with "ONE Firm" mindset, minimizes the sector and operational variables within the office and between offices
  • Integrates HKS services, expertise and innovation in all projects, while actively seeking opportunities to incorporate HKS best practices, sustainable design solutions, subject matter expertise and resources strategically and efficiently for the client, user and community
  • Partners with studio and office leadership to further the strategic goals of the firm, sector and office
  • May act as local senior PIC for specific clients
  • Maintains and build client relationships across multiple practices as needed


Qualifications:
  • Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field
  • Licensure or certification in chosen field required
  • Typically 15+ years of experience, including experience in a leadership role with demonstrated success in both project work and talent/resource development
  • Sustainable design accreditation preferred
  • Familiarity in the capability and benefits of design-related software preferred
  • Familiarity in the functionality of Vision
  • Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams preferred
  • Proficiency in logistics management including connecting people and resources to the right place at the right time
  • Successful track record in directing and providing leadership for the office teams to follow
  • Successful track record in success building, nurturing and fostering new client relationships
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration and developing/nurturing talent
  • Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
  • Ability to work closely with design leaders to promote an inter-disciplinary design approach and philosophy, and to facilitate its advancement across the firm
  • Ability to manage team with diplomatic and collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external
  • Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
  • Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
  • Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
  • Travel will be required


If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.

About HKS

HKS is an architecture and construction firm based in Dallas, Texas. The company was founded in 1939 and has grown to become one of the largest architecture firms in the world, with offices in the United States, Asia, and the Middle East. HKS provides a wide range of architectural and construction services, including design, planning, and project management. The company has a reputation for innovative design and sustainable building practices, and has won numerous awards for its work. HKS is privately owned and operated.
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Size
1,400 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
* Ladders Estimates

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