Senior Design Professional

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and develops approaches to the creation and modification of architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc., ensuring the incorporation of design intent.
• 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.
• Affords assistance in client, consultant and contractor project information coordination.
• Affords assistance to 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.
• Might have regular interface with clients and consultants.
• Affords assistance in work planning and scheduling processes.
• Prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.
• Might assist team in construction administration document management.
• Affords assurance that HOK document standards are met and archives documents appropriately.
• 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.

Qualifications

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