HKS, Inc
Overview:
A primary managerial position in a specific project and shares responsibility for project successes. Recognized ability to impact revenue and growth. Manages the firm’s resources (people, processes and tools) and assignments with proficiency, fluency and aptitude. Teaches and mentors staff and effectively embodies and expresses the firm’s values and mission.
Responsibilities:
Acts as a primary client relationship for respective project, building and strengthening connections through a comprehensive understanding of their project mission, goals, policies, needs and progress
Manages the execution and delivery of implementation documents through all phases of a project, including post‑occupancy evaluation and sharing/harvesting lessons learned and project impact
Collaborates on the design process including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and construction administration
Coordinates project team interaction both internally and all other project participants
Manages the project team in collaboration with other disciplines to establish design solutions that can be technically implemented within the constraints of the project goals, budgets, available time and within local ordinances and codes
May lead client presentations and public hearings as needed
Monitors project to anticipate potential risks and collaborates with the PIC, legal team and client to resolve issues
Holds project team responsible for detailed code and zoning analysis, performance analysis and deliverables on HKS standards, best practices and quality expectations
Collaborates in project meeting management, including scheduling, determining meeting purpose, preparing agendas and meeting report and maintaining action items log on regular basis
Attends on‑site visits and field reviews as necessary
Actively invests in the professional development of staff through mentoring, performance management and career planning
Develops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talent
Resolves conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
Assists PIC/PM with the development and management of project job costs, budget and resourcing projections
Collaborates with PIC/PM on project financial performance, such as confirming invoices are paid current before issuing documents
Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process
Collaborates in and may be responsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements
Builds, updates and executes project schedule assuring deliverables are completed on time and aligned with the budgeted labor; recalibrates as necessary
Maintains accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate
Understands contract and recognizes additional services needed
May participate in the pursuit and marketing of potential projects
Supports PIC and may lead the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules
Qualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture or equivalent in education or experience
Architectural Registration strongly preferred
Typically 8+ years of experience
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Firsthand and sustained experience in all phases of architectural design and construction
Familiarity in the capability and benefits of architectural and performance analytical software such as Revit, AutoCAD, 3D modeling, parametric design and performance analysis software preferred
Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams preferred
Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems and QA/QC process
Advanced knowledge of building codes, constructability and accessibility guidelines
Experience in logistics management
Strong presentation skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
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
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the
Internal Careers Portal .
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
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Responsibilities:
Acts as a primary client relationship for respective project, building and strengthening connections through a comprehensive understanding of their project mission, goals, policies, needs and progress
Manages the execution and delivery of implementation documents through all phases of a project, including post‑occupancy evaluation and sharing/harvesting lessons learned and project impact
Collaborates on the design process including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and construction administration
Coordinates project team interaction both internally and all other project participants
Manages the project team in collaboration with other disciplines to establish design solutions that can be technically implemented within the constraints of the project goals, budgets, available time and within local ordinances and codes
May lead client presentations and public hearings as needed
Monitors project to anticipate potential risks and collaborates with the PIC, legal team and client to resolve issues
Holds project team responsible for detailed code and zoning analysis, performance analysis and deliverables on HKS standards, best practices and quality expectations
Collaborates in project meeting management, including scheduling, determining meeting purpose, preparing agendas and meeting report and maintaining action items log on regular basis
Attends on‑site visits and field reviews as necessary
Actively invests in the professional development of staff through mentoring, performance management and career planning
Develops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talent
Resolves conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
Assists PIC/PM with the development and management of project job costs, budget and resourcing projections
Collaborates with PIC/PM on project financial performance, such as confirming invoices are paid current before issuing documents
Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process
Collaborates in and may be responsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements
Builds, updates and executes project schedule assuring deliverables are completed on time and aligned with the budgeted labor; recalibrates as necessary
Maintains accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate
Understands contract and recognizes additional services needed
May participate in the pursuit and marketing of potential projects
Supports PIC and may lead the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules
Qualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture or equivalent in education or experience
Architectural Registration strongly preferred
Typically 8+ years of experience
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Firsthand and sustained experience in all phases of architectural design and construction
Familiarity in the capability and benefits of architectural and performance analytical software such as Revit, AutoCAD, 3D modeling, parametric design and performance analysis software preferred
Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams preferred
Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems and QA/QC process
Advanced knowledge of building codes, constructability and accessibility guidelines
Experience in logistics management
Strong presentation skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
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
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the
Internal Careers Portal .
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
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