We are currently seeking a Principal-Design to join our team in Dallas. In this role, you are responsible for providing a clear vision and direction for innovative and responsive design.  You will also work with clients and project teams to elevate design in all disciplines and markets and also develop a culture of design excellence throughout the practice.

Application must include resume and portfolio.

Leadership

Responsible for promoting and maintaining HOK’s design reputation. Effectively listens and responds to client goals and offers excellent solutions and service. Leads design teams, providing overall design direction to ensure high-quality design. May lead conceptual design excellence; initiates project design and idea discussions. Leads a collaborative process and integrated design approach focused on the art, science, and knowledge appropriate for each solution. Maintains strong communication and relations with other HOK practices and resources.

Management

Engages clients in explorations that respectfully challenge their understanding of appropriate design solutions. Assists in the preparation and delivery of design presentations to clients and drives consultant work to achieve design goals. Works closely with project teams with respect to budget and schedule constraints. Leads project design reviews and builds a design culture. Communicates design intent in a clear and compelling way; demonstrates the incorporation of client’s requirements and goals within the design solution. Serves as project designer on selected projects—conceive and execute design, being mindful of clients’ needs, requirements, project budget, schedule, and site issues.

Business Development

Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Participates in marketing and business development opportunities. Leads design competition teams. Develops and nurtures positive client relationships.

Staff Development

Mentors and coaches developing talent. Participates in staff evaluations, and allocation of resources in the business unit. Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff. Encourages staff exploration and innovation to achieve project design excellence and continual improvement.