HOK (https://www.hok.com/) 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.

Our Los Angeles studio is looking for a Regional Leader of Aviation + Transportation (A+T) to join our global team of experts who care about the people and places they touch. As a Regional Leader of A+T, you will be responsible for the planning, design and implementation of projects, as well as generating fresh opportunities, and representing and leading the regional A+T Practice. A successful leader in this area would have the following attributes:

Leadership

• Is an extended member of the A+T firm-wide leadership team and participates in defining the vision, strategy, and business plans for the firmwide practice

• Is the primary representative for A+T in their region

• Is a subject matter expert

• Can acquire new projects

• Understands the industry, regional client sensitivities, and market drivers

• Participates with other A+T Regional Leaders and Directors of A+T in HOK firmwide activities

• Effective collaborator and a good partner

• Ability to travel regularly

• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service

  Management

• Provides day-to-day administration of the A+T regional practice

• Is the primary A+T liaison within the regional business unit

• Is responsible for the successful execution of the defined practice goals and business plan

• Serves as Principal-In-Charge (PIC) and/or Project Manager on one or more projects

• Responsible for A+T regional projects

• Regularly reports regional status to A+T firmwide leadership team

• Assists in preparing project fee and workload projections

• Monitors and maintains an appropriate level of chargeability

Business Development

• Responsible for the development and execution of the A+T practice’s regional marketing strategy

• Identifies new business opportunities

• Proactively seeks out new opportunities and prospects

• Participates and assists in developing regional A+T marketing and business development opportunities, proposals, promotional and press-related materials, interviews and presentations

• Develops and maintains positive industry relationships (i.e. with consultants, engineering and XBE firms, contractors and jurisdictional/approval agencies) to support HOK’s standing in the regional marketplace

• Regularly participates in A+T industry activities by way of speaking, presenting and/or writing to enhance the A+T practice’s thought leadership

  Staff Development

• Serves as mentor/advisor to A+T related regional staff

• Leads A+T input on regional staff performance evaluations, including recommendations for bonus and promotion

• Promotes and supports diversity

• Participates in recruiting of A+T related staff

Required Skills

• Demonstrates significant talent in programming/planning, design development and project leadership for large-scale projects.

• Advanced knowledge of terminal planning and design, airfield and airspace planning, airfield design and landside planning and design.

• Advanced knowledge of transportation infrastructure and facilities design; movement of freight and people.

• Ability to manage the aviation and transportation departments with a collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships, both internal and external.

• Ability to think strategically, implements change, enforces policy and resolve conflict.

• Proven ability to prioritize oneself and the work of others to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients.

• Proven ability to masterfully present, effectively sell and negotiate the services of HOK.

• Thorough knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.

• Knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IDP).

• Proficiency in the basic technical skills of architecture including the following computer skills:

• Proficiency in Deltek Vision highly preferred.

• Proficiency in Primavera or MS Project preferred.

• Proficiency in Newforma preferred.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop preferred.

• Proficiency in Revit is preferred.

• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, and InDesign graphic software preferred.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred.

• 15 years of aviation and transportation 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 credential required within 6 months of employment.

  HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life, and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

  HOK is a drug-free workplace. HOK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

  Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education, and location. The reasonably expected annual salary range for this position is $175,000 to $200,000.