Houston, Texas, USA
196 days ago
Director of Design - Interiors

We are currently seeking a Director of Design for our Interiors Group in Houston. Located in Greenway Plaza between the central business district and The Galleria, as the Director of Design for Interiors, you will be responsible for overseeing the interior design practice which includes ensuring the design quality of our projects (including project management), participating in marketing efforts and leading and being an active participant in staff development. You will also set and implement HOK design standards and lead the overall administration and organization of the interior design function which is in concert with HOK design philosophies.

Under the Design Quality / Project Management umbrella, you will be expected to:

Guide and advise design teams by providing overall design direction that ensures a consistent and high-quality design throughout the business unit. Utilize knowledge of furniture, fixture and equipment, architectural/interior finishes, lighting, art, signage, color, and materials to carryout design intent.  Connect with manufacturers and the design industry to ensure access to the most innovative products and services available and keeping abreast of new products, trends, technology, and business sector growth. Support and successfully execute the Interiors department goals and business plan for the business unit. Serve as project designer on selected projects by conceiving and executing design, being mindful of clients’ needs and vision, requirements, project budget, schedule, and site issues. Conduct research and seeks thorough understanding of client needs and respectfully challenge their understanding of appropriate interior design solutions. Assist in the preparation and delivery of design presentations to clients and drives consultant work to achieve design goals. Prepare and/or assist with fee and workload projections for assigned projects being mindful of additional design services opportunities and fee service augmentation. Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects and implement and utilize HOK Standards for all projects, processes, and initiatives. 

 Marketing and Business Development responsibilities would include:

Identifying new business opportunities while developing current client relationships.  Developing and nurtures positive client relationships. Assisting marketing department in development of marketing campaigns, materials, webinars and overall proposal preparation.  Providing oversight to marketing staff in the development of standard materials that describe the design portfolio, systems, and processes of the interior’s practice. Leading the preparation of award submittals. Assisting in the preparation of press releases and other materials publicizing assigned projects. Maintains an appropriate billable and non-billable percentage of personal and departmental time.

And Staff Development by:

Acting as a mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals and fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust among members of the group Preparing and delivering design staff evaluations and overseeing performance development, compensation consultation and workload allocation. Supporting HOK’s diversity efforts in exposing design staff to influences which will stimulate design creativity and innovation. Participating in interviewing and recruitment efforts of professional staff. Maintaining active memberships in value-added professional associations and attending conferences/lectures as appropriate. Taking personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
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