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Overview

Responsible for the overall management of the respective studio and the work of multiple project teams focused on the design, development, and delivery of outstanding solutions for a practice area or building type. Executes the practice strategy in the studio(s).

The Studio Practice Leader often leads multiple projects with multiple clients concurrently. The role emphasizes leadership development, relationship-building, collaboration, and interpersonal skills while managing great projects for exceptional clients.

Responsibilities

1. Oversees projects assigned to the studio, focusing on process, service/delivery, work environment, and documentation.
2. Collaborates in strategic planning and facilitates communication with other leaders, including marketing strategy and resource allocation.
3. Partners with studio and office leadership to further the firm's strategic goals.
4. Manages all project phases from programming and design through construction, ensuring client needs are met.
5. Guides and mentors project teams, develops design direction, and leads critiques.
6. Acts as primary client interface, understanding their mission, goals, and needs.
7. Manages client expectations, team communication, and consultant coordination.
8. Monitors staffing, utilization, and growth, recommending adjustments as needed.
9. Evaluates studio efficiency and effectiveness across staff, business, and financial operations.
10. Provides technical support and helps staff grow professionally.
11. Reviews conceptual development and leads the design team to ensure high-quality documentation and client satisfaction.
12. Communicates firm initiatives and priorities, emphasizing strategic priorities like Design Measures.
13. Operates with a “ONE Firm” mindset, minimizing operational variables.
14. Integrates services, expertise, and innovation, seeking opportunities for best practices and sustainable design solutions.
15. Uses persuasion and negotiation skills on critical issues.

Qualifications

1. Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field; licensure preferred.
2. Typically 15+ years of experience, including leadership roles and success in project work and talent development.
3. Significant experience in the practice area of the studio.
4. Sustainable design accreditation preferred.
5. Familiarity with design software and Vision.
6. Experience with MS Office, Microsoft Project, and Teams preferred.
7. Proven leadership in business development and client relationship building.
8. Excellent presentation, organizational, and communication skills.
9. Ability to manage multiple projects and foster collaboration.
10. Strong problem-solving and innovative thinking skills.
11. Willingness to travel.

Base Salary Range: $115- $160K annually – Seattle location only. The actual salary is influenced by experience, education, and other factors.

HKS offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), insurance, paid time off, and more. For details, visit our benefits page.

If currently employed at HKS, apply via the Internal Careers Portal.

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran