HOK · 16 hours ago
Sustainable Design Leader - Decarbonization
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expHOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers dedicated to improving people's lives and healing the planet. They are seeking a Firmwide Sustainable Design Leader in Decarbonization who will be responsible for leading sustainable design initiatives and decarbonization efforts across the firm while mentoring teams and managing client relationships.
ArchitectureCivil Engineering
Responsibilities
Initiate project sustainable design concepts and idea discussions and provide guidance to design teams during project design and construction phases
Serve as a client liaison for the HOK project team in an active and contributing role throughout the life of the project. Maintain ongoing client relationships, post occupancy
Serve as t Sustainable Design and Decarbonization lead on projects
Guide and advise design teams on projects, providing sustainable design and decarbonization input to ensure consistent and high-quality design throughout the firm. Conduct technical and sustainable design reviews of projects
Assist in the preparation and delivery of sustainable design and decarbonization presentations to clients and drive consultant work to achieve project goals
Responsible for preparing fee and workload projections for projects
Understand and enforce conditions of client contract and applicable regulations around decarbonization
Mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals. Foster an environment of mutual respect, open communication and trust within team, discipline, and throughout the firm
Participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff
Identify new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Seek new project opportunities which may exist or are being formulated. Pursue independent consulting opportunities relevant to decarbonization expertise
Lead and participate in research, white papers, conference presentations and media interview requests relevant to decarbonization expertise
Responsible for the development and execution of the sustainable consulting business plan and managing marketing strategy; as well as the overall branding and development of HOK’s Sustainable Design Practice
Participate in relevant multi-disciplinary marketing and business development opportunities. Acts as key presenter in new project interviews
Develop and maintain positive relationships with consultants, contractors and community stakeholders resulting in increased potential business opportunities
Assist in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals and contract negotiation
Assist Marketing and Sustainable Design Knowledge Manager in development of marketing campaigns, collateral materials, webinars, etc. and overall proposal preparation
Assist in preparation of award submittals
Assist in the preparation of content for press releases, social media, and other materials relevant to decarbonization and sustainable design practice
Participate in local or state professional associations, maintain active membership, and participate in industry leadership activity outside of firm
Serve as mentor/advisor to sustainability and other staff
Prepare and deliver design staff evaluations, responsible for performance development, compensation decision-making and allocation processes of department
Support diversity and develop continuing education opportunities (e.g., site visits, lectures, road trips) to expose design staff to influences which will stimulate design creativity and innovation
Encourage staff exploration and innovation to achieve project design excellence and continual improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in interior design, architecture, engineering or relevant field
10 years' experience including at least 3 years as senior level Leader with supervisory experience
Current LEED AP with Specialty
Significant talent in high performance design, electrification, refrigerants, grid integration, district energy, renewable energy and embodied carbon for projects of all scales
Advanced knowledge of decarbonization, sustainability, integrated design, trends, construction methodology, materials application and manufacturer-supplier relationships
Advanced knowledge in certification standards (LEED, BREEM, LBC etc.)
Ability to manage the sustainable design group and project design teams with a collaborative leadership style
Ability to think strategically, implements change, enforces policy and resolve conflict
Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets. Demonstrated ability to execute projects profitably
Proven ability to prioritize oneself and the work of others in order to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients
Proven ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with external clients
Proven ability to masterfully present, effectively sell and negotiate the services of HOK
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel Outlook
Understanding of and ability to interpret and apply results from energy modeling software: Ladybug Tools, IES, EnergyPlus, Climate Studio, Insight360, other
Preferred
Master's degree
Publications, speaking engagements and/or award-winning projects
Registered Architect or Professional Engineer with current license
Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint
Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and Sketchup
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage
401(K) savings plans
Disability, life and accident insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Parental leave
Flexible work schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays
Company
HOK
HOK is an international architecture and engineering firm.
1001-5000 employees
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