Sr. Designer, Sports

HKS Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS Inc. in Dallas seeks an experienced architect/designer to lead multiple projects from concept to documentation. You will guide cross-disciplinary teams, develop design concepts, and present to clients, while coordinating with consultants, contractors and regulatory bodies.

You bring 15+ years of architecture/Interior design experience, proficiency in Revit, Rhino and visualization tools, and a strong ability to manage client relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field.
• Licenses and Certifications Architectural registration strongly preferred; Sustainable design accreditation preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, codes and QA/QC; ability to lead multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Acts as lead designer on multiple projects developing conceptual design, presentations and implementation documents.
• Guides and directs multiple project teams to manage the development of design through design development and implementation documents.
• Establishes the vision and project goals with client and team; leads design effort and client presentations.
• Coordinates with consultants, contractors, fabricators and regulators to meet project objectives; manages details with design/engineering firms.
• Resolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions while maintaining schedule and quality.

Skills

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Twinmotion

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

MS Office

Team leadership

Construction codes

Sustainability

FF&E knowledge

Education

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Twinmotion

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

MS Office

Job description

Overview

A recognized leader who is responsible for envisioning, designing and delivering exceptional projects for clients. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions. Coordinates with design talent across the firm and industry to elevate the quality of work overall. Endorses the firm’s values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication. Acts as subject matter expert for design solutions.

Responsibilities

Acts as lead designer on multiple projects developing conceptual design, presentations and implementation documents Guides and directs multiple project teams to manage the development of design throughout design development and implementation documents Establishes the vision and sets project goals in conjunction with the client and project team Leads design effort and client presentations to develop and support client relationships Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues Develops creative design concepts for projects and expands on concepts of others Manages design solutions based on industry standard construction techniques and engineering principals Oversees schematic land and site planning drawings with graphic content to convey ideas, methodologies and approaches for marketing and proposal requests Oversees the development of and may modify and/or review graphic presentations, 3D rendering and implementation documents to incorporate the design intent Oversees delivery of complete project design presentation to client user group or public forum Coordinates with consultants, contractors, fabricators, furniture dealers and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives; manages project details with consulting design or engineering firms Resolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions to maintain goals and objectives of projects Works with respective teams to manage client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination Oversees product research and directs project designers with materials and systems evaluation to make proper selections Leads and collaborates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field Typically 15+ years of experience

Licenses and Certifications Architectural registration strongly preferred Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Advanced – expert-level experience, knowledge or skills Intermediate – experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work Basic – familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and can perform elementary functions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced experience and skills in Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper and Dynamo required
• Intermediate skills in Navis and Bluebeam required
• Intermediate skills in Twinmotion, Enscape or other visualization tools required
• Advanced experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign required
• Intermediate skills in in MS Office Suite required; Advanced preferred
• Advanced experience with managing a team and performing duties in a fast-paced environment required
• Advanced knowledge of materials, construction techniques , building codes and QA/QC process
• Advanced experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy required
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required
• Advanced knowledge of the appropriate use of building systems, materials and technologies record required
• Intermediate knowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) and Environmental Graphic process required
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, applicable codes and regulations required
• Advanced presentation skills and graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas required
• Advanced organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
• Advanced ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships required
• Advanced ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing required
• Advanced ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required
• Advanced ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment required
• Advanced ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required

Additional Information

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran

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HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance. Our 1,600 people in 29 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence. In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm. We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking. In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions. Together we create places that stand apart.

HKS, Inc. provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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