Office Director

Overview:

Responsibilities:

• Oversees the office and all its staff, building the practice in concert with the HKS strategic plan
• Guides growth and development of office as cohesive unit, engaging staff as appropriate to facilitate and encourage participation
• Oversees claims/risk management related to projects for the office
• Partners with practice leaders and Studio Practice/Design Leaders to ensure HKS standards are followed and projects adhere to schedule and budget
• Oversees and maintains accountability over staffing, collaborate with Studio Practice Manager and with respective practice leadership
• Works with project teams to coordinate and participate in evaluation of staff performance
• Ensures that the office evolves in a manner which is consistent with HKS’s core values and purpose
• Demonstrates an innovative and collaborative approach to planning and design consistent with HKS strategic priorities
• Emphasizes and incorporates HKS strategic priorities, such as responsible design, into project teams and client solutions
• Ensures policies and practices of the firm are deployed and followed in the office
• Deploys firmwide initiatives in the office, including but not limited to being a champion for J.E.D.I., Research, Enterprise strategies, Top Projects
• Operates with “ONE Firm” mindset, minimizes the sector and operational variables within the office and between offices
• Integrates HKS services, expertise and innovation in all projects, while actively seeking opportunities to incorporate HKS best practices, sustainable design solutions, subject matter expertise and resources strategically and efficiently for the client, user and community
• Partners with studio and office leadership to further the strategic goals of the firm, sector and office
• May act as local senior PIC for specific clients
• Maintains and build client relationships across multiple practices as needed

Qualifications:

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field
• Licensure or certification in chosen field required
• Typically 15+ years of experience, including experience in a leadership role with demonstrated success in both project work and talent/resource development
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred
• Familiarity in the capability and benefits of design-related software preferred
• Familiarity in the functionality of Vision
• Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams preferred
• Proficiency in logistics management including connecting people and resources to the right place at the right time
• Successful track record in directing and providing leadership for the office teams to follow
• Successful track record in success building, nurturing and fostering new client relationships
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration and developing/nurturing talent
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to work closely with design leaders to promote an inter-disciplinary design approach and philosophy, and to facilitate its advancement across the firm
• Ability to manage team with diplomatic and collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
• Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Travel will be required

Base Salary Range: $168-$205k annually - Seattle locations only.
The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the Seattle location only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. 
HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.

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