Regional Leader of Science+Technology Job Listing at HOK in Los Angeles, CA (Job ID 519)

Description

A professional experienced in the planning, design and implementation of Science and Technology projects.  Is responsible for winning new commissions, leading project teams as Principal-in-Charge, and is responsible for leading the business unit's S+T practice in business development, project design/delivery, client relations, financial management and staff development.  Assists the regional Practice in developing and executing S+T regional strategies. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership

• Is an extended member of the S+T practice leadership team and participates in defining the vision, strategy, and business plans for the firm-wide practice
• Is the primary representative for S+T in their region
• Fulfills the firm-wide 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

• Will occasionally serve as principal-in-charge (PIC) for S+T projects
• Understands the industry, regional client sensitivities, and market drivers
• Participates with other S+T Regional Leaders and Directors of S+T in HOK firm-wide activities
• Strong communication skills
• Effective collaborator and a good partner
• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service

Management

• Provides day-to-day administration of the S+T regional practice
• Is the primary S+T liaison with the regional business unit
• Is responsible the successful execution of the defined practice goals and business plan
• Serve as Principal-In-Charge (PIC) and/or Project Manager on one or more projects
• Responsible for S+T regional projects
• Regularly reports regional status to S+T firm-wide leadership team
• Assists in preparing project fee and workload projections
• With the appointed PM, is responsible for regional S+T project performance
• Monitors and maintains an appropriate level of chargeability

Business Development

• Responsible for the development and execution of the S+T practice's regional marketing strategy
• Identifies new business opportunities
• Maintains and grows current client relationships
• Proactively seek out new opportunities and prospects
• Participates in regional S+T marketing and business development opportunities, proposals, interviews and presentations
• Develops and maintains positive industry relationships (i.e. with consultants, contractors and jurisdictional/approval agencies) to support HOK's standing in the regional marketplace
• Assists in preparation of other related marketing, promotional, and press-related materials
• Regularly participates in the S+T industry activities by way of speaking, presenting and/or writing to enhance the S+T practice's thought leadership

Staff Development

• Serves as mentor/advisor to S+T related regional staff 
• Leads S+T input on regional staff performance evaluations, including recommendations for bonus and promotion
• Promotes and supports diversity
• Participates in recruiting of S+T related staff

 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required.  Master's degree preferred. 
• 10 years of science and technology experience, with at least 5 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.

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably estimated annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $175,000 to $220,000.

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