Regional Leader of Healthcare

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

A professional experienced in the planning, design and implementation of Health Care projects. Is responsible for winning new commissions, leading project teams as Principal-in-Charge, and is responsible for leading the regional healthcare practice in business development, project design/delivery, client relations, financial management and staff development. Assists the practice in developing and executing Healthcare regional strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership

• Conducts research and seeks thorough understanding of client needs for planning requirements and design solution opportunities.
• Engages clients in explorations that respectfully challenge their understanding of appropriate design solutions.

• Communicates design intent in a clear and compelling way; demonstrates the incorporation of client’s requirements and goals within design solution.
• Assists in the preparation and delivery of design presentations to clients and drives consultant work to achieve design goals.
• Fulfills the Firmwide Regional Market Leader criteria:

• Is a subject matter expert
• Can win new work
• Can lead teams as Principal-in-Charge
• Participates in Market leadership
• Participates in Regional Practice Leadership Group

• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Management

• Provides day-to-day administration of the regional Healthcare practice
• Responsible for assisting in the development and successful execution of practice goals, business plan and profitability; aligns efforts with regional and national business unit plans and goals
• Responsible for conceptual design excellence; initiates project design concepts and idea discussions, provides guidance to design teams during project design development
• Serves as Principal-In-Charge and/or Project Manager for one or more projects
• Responsible for Healthcare regional projects
• Supervises and may assist with the production of drawings and documents that convey the design intent
• Implements and utilizes HOK Standards for all projects and processes. Personally contributes to HOK Standards through new procedure initiation and development
• Assists in preparing fee and workload projections for assigned projects
• Works closely with project managers with respect to budget and schedule constraints.
• Utilizes and encourages best uses of design technology for presentation and production purposes; champions BIM and Revit technologies
• Assists others with project deadlines as available
• Maintains an appropriate billable and non-billable percentage of personal and departmental time.
• Conducts project technical and design review

Staff Development

• Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals; fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust among members of the group as it grows and develops.
• Prepares and delivers staff evaluations; contributes to performance development, compensation decision-making and allocation processes of department.
• Supports diversity, HOKU programs and develops continuing education opportunities (e.g. site visits, lectures, road trips) to expose design staff to influences which will stimulate design creativity and innovation.
• Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
• Encourages staff exploration and innovation to achieve healthcare design excellence and continual improvement.

• Participates in local or state professional associations, maintains active membership, and attends conferences valued by clients as appropriate. Public speaking may be required.

• May participate with other Healthcare Regional Leaders and Directors of Healthcare in HOK firmwide activities.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

Business Development

• Responsible for the development and execution of the regional business unit’s Healthcare practice marketing strategy; assists with the overall branding and development of HOK’s Healthcare national practice.
• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listens for and seeks out new projects which may exist or are being formulated.
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities and presentations.
• Develops and nurtures positive client relationships.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with consultants, contractors and jurisdictional/approval agencies to increase stature in the market and community resulting in increased potential business opportunities.
• Strategizes and assists marketing department in development of marketing campaigns, materials, webinars, etc. and overall proposal preparation.
• Assists in preparation of award submittals.
• Assists in the preparation of press releases and other public relations materials publicizing Healthcare projects.
• Utilizes speaking and writing opportunities to help position the firm as a thought leader.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or health management or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree in architecture preferred.
• 15 years of healthcare experience, with at least 10 years in a management/leadership role.
• Published and/or award winning projects a plus.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region required, if licensure is offered in your region.
• NCARB registration preferred.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

OTHER:

• Travel will be required.
• Overtime will be required.
• The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.

Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you’ll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably expected salary range for this position is $220,000 to $240,000. Other compensation may include a discretionary bonus.