Lead Facade Designer & Enclosure Visionary

HKS, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS, Inc. in Chicago seeks a design leader and project manager to envision, design, and deliver leading-edge facade and enclosure systems. You will translate performance, engineering, and aesthetic goals into cohesive solutions while guiding a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires strong client relationships, strategic oversight across multiple projects, and hands-on coordination of LINE Facade Studio talent. Advanced knowledge of enclosure systems, codes, and sustainable design is essential.

Qualifications

• Accredited architecture degree and professional registration preferred.
• 10+ years in architectural design and construction with facades.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead facade design and primary client relationship owner.
• Develop conceptual vision, systems design, performance, detailing.
• Oversee execution and delivery of implementation documents.
• Coordinate LINE Facade Studio talent with client project teams.
• Integrate sustainable design solutions into facade projects.
• Review design work for accuracy and compliance with codes.

Skills

Facade design leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Revit proficiency

Team coordination

Education

Accredited Professional degree in Architecture

Architectural Registration preferred

Tools

Revit

Rhino/ SketchUp

Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign

MS Office

Job description

HKS, Inc. in Chicago seeks a design leader and project manager to envision, design, and deliver leading-edge facade and enclosure systems. You will translate performance, engineering, and aesthetic goals into cohesive solutions while guiding a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires strong client relationships, strategic oversight across multiple projects, and hands-on coordination of LINE Facade Studio talent. Advanced knowledge of enclosure systems, codes, and sustainable design is essential.