Architecture - Project Architect - Healthcare

HOK; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

10 paid holidays (incl. 2 floating)

4 weeks paid time off with cash out

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and AD&D coverage

401(k) with matching

Job summary

HOK is seeking a Project Architect for our Healthcare practice in Houston. You will manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals, creative design and industry best practices while coordinating with Project Manager and Project Designer.

Responsibilities include leading technical documents, coordinating disciplines, and implementing construction phase services. Licensing, QA, mentoring, and sustainability are integral to the role in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent. (education requirement)
• 5+ years' experience on healthcare projects in the U.S. (experience)
• Licensed Architect with current registration. (credential)
• NCARB registration preferred. (credential preference)
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred. (green credential)

Responsibilities

• Ensure design intent is incorporated into detailed documentation.
• Oversee design process from concept to construction administration.
• Coordinate drawings and specifications with teams and consultants.
• Lead QA/QC and ensure compliance with standards.
• Mentor junior staff and lead project teams.
• Participate in site visits and client communications.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent

Master’s degree (preferred)

NCARB registration

LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

Grasshopper

Affinity software

Job description

HOK marked its 70th anniversary in 2025, and we continue to be a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers committed to tackling the critical challenges of our time. Our mission is simple yet powerful: improve lives, serve our clients, and heal the planet. At HOK, design excellence thrives at the intersection of art and science-where creativity meets purpose.

Explore some of our recent work in the HOK 2026 Design Annual and see how we’re shaping the future of design.

We are currently seeking a Project Architect to join our dynamic Healthcare practice in Houston. At HOK, we’re dedicated to designing spaces that enhance patient care, optimize workflows, and elevate the patient experience. As a Project Architect, you will play a pivotal role in managing projects from conception to completion, ensuring they align with our clients’ visions, and industry best practices.

In partnership with the Project Manager and Project Designer, this person will be: Accountable for project financial performance and team communication; Responsible for the issuance and content of deliverables, technical content of HOK documents, coordination of disciplines including consultants, and the supervision of all staff producing documents; Primary responsibility for the implementation of Construction Phase Services in collaboration with the Project Manager; Responsible for securing QA reviews and the implementation of comments.

Must be a licensed architect and is responsible for signing/sealing drawings. Needs to participate in and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring the overall design intent of the project established by the Project Designer is incorporated into the detailed documentation.
• Monitors the design process from conceptual phase through construction administration, ensuring the design idea is consistent and properly executed.
• Responsible for technical resolution and coordination for a defined portion of a project.
• Works with Specification Writer to develop specifications and is responsible for coordination of drawings and specifications.
• Checks completed reports, plans, estimates and calculations for accuracy.
• Sets the overall strategy for producing the documents and identifies the sheets planned for each stage of the work. This includes defining how data will be organized into files and which elements will be incorporated in a Building Information Model (BIM).
• Sets up project team software parameters and manages standards.
• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team.
• Responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and provides support as necessary.
• Ensures that construction detail documentation conforms to quality assurance, quality control, and best practice standards.
• Supervises preparation of technical drawings by other less senior level architects or technicians.
• Performs as team leader on certain projects.
• Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff, participates in professional development reviews and “Lessons Learned” sessions.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Client Interface

• Works on developing a positive relationship of trust with client Leadership.
• Regularly communicates with client representative to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews, and delivery of final presentation.

Teamwork

• Receives project direction from the Principal in Charge and Technical direction from the RBU Technical Principal.
• Coordinates use and tracks shared electronic documentation and files with project team, clients, and consultants.
• Assists in planning and conducting work making minor adaptations and modifications to complete working drawing set(s).
• Meets with municipal building department and other governing agency officials to coordinate approvals or variances.
• Writes reports and memos to consultants and vendors to issue changes and track resolutions.
• Provides technical support and project communications to team as required.
• Attends on-site visits, field reviews, and project meetings. Prepares and coordinates the review of contractor’s schedules, submission of shop drawings, and samples.
• Assists the Specification Writer in product research, consulting with manufacturers, evaluating and selecting project related materials.
• Involved with specification set-up and drawing coordination, research, and appropriate use of HOK Standards.
• Provides support to all team members for specific market, discipline, or other areas of expertise.
• Participates in team meetings to help resolve project issues, coordination with other disciplines, schedule adherence, and technical issues.
• Participates in review of project costs and budgets, and adherence to schedule.
• Prepares meeting minutes of consultant coordination meetings.
• May prepare 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings and builds models for client/project team review.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.

Business Development

• May participate in business development meetings with team leaders to target specified project, client, or market opportunities.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems.
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
• Advanced knowledge of QA/QC process.
• Advanced knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate them into technical documents.
• Advanced knowledge of Construction Administration Process.
• Proficiency in Revit required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD preferred.
• Proficiency in 3D Modeling software such as Sketchup, Rhino, and Grasshopper preferred.
• Proficiency in Affinity software suite preferred.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5 plus years' experience on healthcare projects, including large-scale projects in the U.S.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region required.
• NCARB registration preferred.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

Other

• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.

Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life.

At HOK you’ll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.