Architecture - Sr Design Professional

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, cultivating a culture of design excellence that blends 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.
• 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.

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

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The typical salary range for this position is $75,000–$85,000.

HOK offers 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. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental wellness, life, AD&D, and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage are available. Paid parental leave (4 weeks) and fertility coverage are provided. HOK supports financial planning with 401(K) contributions, investment options, and free retirement guidance.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.