Technology Sector Practice Leader

HOK Group, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein zukunftsorientiertes Unternehmen sucht einen erfahrenen Architekten oder Ingenieur, der sich auf die Gestaltung von Forschungsanlagen in der fortschrittlichen Technologiebranche spezialisiert hat. In dieser spannenden Rolle werden Sie an innovativen Projekten arbeiten, die Robotics, KI und Halbleiterforschung umfassen. Sie werden mit einem dynamischen Team zusammenarbeiten, um außergewöhnliche Designlösungen zu entwickeln, die den Bedürfnissen einer Vielzahl von Kunden gerecht werden. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für nachhaltiges Design und Teamarbeit haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, einen bedeutenden Einfluss in der Branche zu leisten.

Benefits

Medizinische Versicherung

Zahnversicherung

Flexible Arbeitszeiten

401(K) Sparpläne

Bezahlte Freizeit

Elternzeit

Qualifications

• Mindestens 15 Jahre Erfahrung in Architektur oder Ingenieurwesen.
• Erfahrung in allen Phasen von Projekten bis zur Nachnutzung.

Responsibilities

• Verantwortlich für Organisation, Budget und Wachstum im Marktsektor.
• Führt multidisziplinäre Teams zur erfolgreichen Projektumsetzung.

Skills

Projektleitung

LEED-Guidelines

BIM

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Nachhaltigkeit

Education

Bachelor in Architektur oder Ingenieurwesen

Master in Architektur oder Ingenieurwesen

Tools

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

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.

HOK is looking for an individual with expertise in the design of research facilities for robotics, quantum sciences, AI, computing, and semiconductor R&D. This role spans the entire firm and the individual in this position can be based in any of HOK's domestic offices. Architectural and/or engineering experience in laboratory design focusing on clients in the tech sector as well as light industrial R&D for both private and publicly funded entities is required, as well as expertise in the design of laboratories such as dry labs, robotics labs, high-bay labs, cleanrooms, and material sciences labs.

The person in this role will be well-prepared to serve a diverse range of clients both in the US and internationally. They will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful and timely completion of complex projects. Additionally, they will attend national conferences and take charge of business development activities within this sector.

The individual in this role will offer programming, planning, and design services for a wide array of Science + Technology projects within the advanced technology sector. As a focused team player with a knack for creative problem-solving, they will actively engage clients throughout the design process.

As a LEED-accredited professional, they possess extensive knowledge of sustainable design practices and have contributed to the design of numerous facilities that are either LEED Certified or pending certification.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership

• Responsible for the organization, budget, and growth of this market sector.


• Acts as mentor to staff by providing technical expertise and leadership.


• Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals; fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust among members of the group as it grows and develops.


• May act as Project Manager, Principle in Charge, or Lab Planner on assigned projects.


• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service.

Business Development

• Primarily responsible for new client development in this market sector.


• Participates in developing annual business plan for the practice.


• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Develops and maintains positive relationships with consultants, contractors, and approval agencies.


• Supports the creation of fee proposals for marketing initiatives.


• Participates in professional associations, maintains active membership(s), and attends conferences valued by clients as appropriate.

Staff Development

• Supports diversity and continuing education opportunities (e.g., site visits, lectures, road trips) to expose design staff to influences which will stimulate design creativity and innovation.


• Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.


• Encourages staff exploration and innovation to achieve project design excellence and continual improvement.


• Travel 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.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• The essential and highly preferred attributes this person needs are knowledge of the market, project leadership experience and people skills.


• Proven ability to masterfully present, effectively sell and negotiate the services of HOK.


• Ability to communicate and present in varied contexts illustrating design, management and technical knowledge.


• Ability to manage teams with a collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships, both internal and external.


• Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets.


• Proven ability to prioritize oneself and the work of others to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients.


• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.


• Thorough knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.


• Knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM).

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering. Master's degree preferred.


• At least 15 years of experience in architecture or engineering practice with prior experience in all phases of projects through post-occupancy.


• Licensed Architect or Licensed Engineer with current registration required.


• LEED Credential required within 6 months of employment.

This role spans the entire firm and the individual in this position can be based in any of HOK's domestic offices.

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education, and location. The expected annual salary range for this position is $170,000 to $220,000.

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HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.