Architecture - Sr Project Designer

In partnership with the Sr. Project Manager and Sr. Project Architect, accountable for project financial performance and team communication. As a member of the project team, establishes overall design direction, develops architectural design concepts and prepares documents during the design development phase. Responsible for the development of conceptual design of all phases of one or more projects. Assists and coordinates with the construction document preparation to support design intent, prepares for design presentations and coordinates with agencies affecting design.
At HOK, we are a collective of future‑forward designers, thinkers, and makers united by a shared ambition: to shape a healthier, more sustainable, and more inspiring built environment. We believe great design emerges from creativity, curiosity, rigorous thinking, and a deep sense of purpose. Our teams thrive at the intersection of art and science where bold ideas meet technical mastery, and where design has the power to improve lives and heal the planet.

We are seeking a Senior Project Designer who shares our passion for design excellence and meaningful impact. This role is ideal for a creative leader who excels at developing strong design concepts, collaborating across disciplines, and guiding teams toward exceptional project outcomes.
What You'll Do:
As a key member of the project team, the Senior Project Designer:

Leads overall design direction with guidance from the Design Principal, shaping the conceptual vision for one or more projects from early exploration through design development.
Develops and advances architectural design concepts, ensuring work reflects HOK's high standards of innovation, sustainability, and technical rigor.
Works collaboratively with project architects, managers, and consultants to translate design intent into coordinated construction documents.
Prepares and delivers compelling design presentations, communicating ideas with clarity and storytelling that inspire clients and stakeholders.
Coordinates with agencies and regulatory bodies, ensuring alignment between design excellence and compliance requirements.
Partners closely with the Senior Project Manager and Senior Project Architect to support seamless project delivery, strong team communication, and responsible financial performance.
Champions sustainable thinking, integrating environmental responsibility as an essential component of design quality

Why You'll Love Working at HOK

You'll join a global community of designers who value curiosity, courage, and craft.
You'll have opportunities to work on impactful, mission‑driven projects that make a difference in people's lives.
You'll collaborate with interdisciplinary experts who bring diverse perspectives to every challenge.
You'll help shape a culture dedicated to continuous innovation, design excellence, and planetary stewardship.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership

Originates and develops creative design concepts and the design documents during the design development phase.
Supports the resolution of design solutions during the construction documents and construction administration phases. May assist with the completion of construction documents.
Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
Develops solutions to design problems.
Oversees design team or less experienced designers to ensure design intent.
Oversees design team to ensure project is on schedule and within budget.
Oversees design team in ensuring that documentation for all phases conforms to quality assurance, quality control and best practice standards.
Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff, may participate in professional development reviews and "Lessons Learned" sessions.
Sets up project team software parameters and manages standards.
Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Client Interface

Regularly communicates with client representatives to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews and design delivery.
Prepare client presentations and presents design concepts and drawings.

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