Facades - Design Professional

HOK marked its 70th anniversary in 2025 and continues to be a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers committed to tackling the critical challenges of our time. Our mission is to improve lives, serve our clients, and heal the planet. At HOK, design excellence thrives at the intersection of art and science—where creativity meets purpose.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic architectural assignments under close supervision, receiving specific and detailed instruction as to tasks required and results expected.
• Works with the project team to assist the overall effort of completing various project phases.
• Prepares and modifies architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc. as directed by others utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Develops solutions to technical and design problems following established standards.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• With direction from the project designer or more senior design professionals, develops, modifies, and/or reviews drawings ensuring the incorporation of design intent.
• Works closely with the design team and assists to complete projects on aggressive schedules.
• Assists in developing project scope, plan, and services during the contract process.
• Translates planning concepts into comprehensible terms for clients, designers, and project team members.
• Develops a comprehensive understanding of clients’ program requirements and standards and policies for completion.
• Prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.
• Builds models for client/project team review.
• Compiles data and performs elementary design computations.
• Performs product research; assists project designers and project architects with materials selection and system research.
• Assures HOK document standards are met and archives documents appropriately.
• May assist team in construction administration document management.
• May mentor and direct the work of intern staff.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture required.
• 3–5 years of experience; or equivalent in appropriate education and experience required.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.
• 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays).
• Minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Free mental wellness resources.
• Life and AD&D coverage and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
• Matching contributions to 401(k) plan with a well-rounded investment menu and free retirement planning guidance.
• Financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships.