Sr Design Professional

HOK; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching

Hybrid work environment

Paid time off

Job summary

HOK in Atlanta is seeking a licensed architect with strong design leadership to lead design development, coordinate project teams, and translate concepts into technical drawings and specifications.

You will uphold QA/QC standards and integrate sustainable design principles, collaborating with clients and consultants. HOK offers a hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits as part of a collaborative, growth‑minded firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture required.
• 5+ years' experience; or equivalent in appropriate education and experience required.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop approaches to architectural documents ensuring design intent.
• Develop, modify, and review drawings according to established standards.
• Prepare 2D/3D presentation drawings and models for reviews.
• Translate design intent into technical documents.
• Mentor and direct less experienced staff in technical/design solutions.
• Coordinate project information with clients, consultants and contractors.
• Ensure QA/QC and adherence to HOK standards across all phases.
• Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Job description

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.

Coordinates and/or undertakes the design development, production and delivery of projects, as a member of the project design team or on own projects. Assignments require independent action and decision making as well as ability to supervise others.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• With preliminary direction from the project architect or project manager, analyzes and develops approaches to the creation and modification of architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc. ensuring the incorporation of design intent.
• With direction from the project designer or more senior design technician, develops, modifies, and/or reviews drawings according to established standards.
• Develops strong presentations and early design studies. Prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings and builds models for client/project team review.
• Understands and translates design intent into technical documents.
• May lead a small team of more junior technicians in developing solutions to technical and design detail problems following established standards.
• Assists in client, consultant and contractor project information coordination.
• Assists team leader in ensuring that documentation for all phases conforms to QA/QC and HOK Best Practice Standards.
• Applies proper QA/QC methods throughout project.
• Conducts product and code research and incorporation of codes into technical documents.Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff, may participate in professional development reviews.
• May have regular interface with clients and consultants.
• May assist in work planning and scheduling processes.
• Prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.
• May assist team in construction administration document management.
• Assures HOK document standards are met and archives documents appropriately.
• May participate in setting up project team software parameters and management of standards.
• Facilitates internal and external communications.
• Tracks all project data in electronic files.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture required.
• 5 plus years’ experience; or equivalent in appropriate education and experience required.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

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.

Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships.

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.

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.