Interiors - Project Manager

About the role

HOK marked its 70th anniversary in 2025, and we continue to be a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers committed to tackling the critical challenges of our time. Our mission is simple yet powerful: 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. Explore some of our recent work in the HOK 2026 Design Annual and see how we're shaping the future of design. HOK's Philadelphia office is looking for a Project Manager to join our Interiors practice. This role involves leading all phases of the design process, guiding strategic design direction, encouraging, and advising junior designers, and collaborating across sectors to create impactful, sustainable environments. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, creative vision, and a deep commitment to design excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of high-quality, innovative design concepts that align with client objectives, brand identity, and budgetary parameters.
• Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle, from contract negotiation and budgeting to planning, design execution, documentation, and construction administration.
• Assess material needs and costs, coordinate bid processes, and support subcontracting for fabrication, installation, and material logistics.
• Facilitate collaboration across disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure alignment with project goals and technical requirements.
• Provide strong leadership and strategic direction to the design team, ensuring alignment with project goals and organizational values.
• Collaborates with and may take leadership direction from a Senior Project Interior Designer or the Director of Design, Interiors, depending on project scope and team structure.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering growth, creativity, and professional development within the team.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, proactively communicating progress, addressing key issues, and identifying opportunities for future collaboration.
• Represent the firm at industry events and conferences, enhancing visibility and reinforcing the organization's reputation for design excellence.
• Participates in marketing and business development efforts by guiding the creation of compelling presentations, publications, and award submissions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline required. NCIDQ certification required. If registered as an Architect, NCARB registration is preferred. 10+ years prior experience as an Interior Designer in a design, architecture, engineering, or planning firm, focused on offices, airports, hospitals, sports venues, schools, labs, and other commercial ventures. Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office. LEED accreditation required within 12 months of employment.

Travel will be required. Overtime will be required.

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.
• Short and long-term disability benefits.
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
• Matching contributions to our 401(K) plan with a well-rounded investment menu and free guidance on retirement planning.
• Continued learning promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships.