Architecture - Regional Leader of Science & Technology

HOK is currently seeking a Regional Leader of Science & Technology to join our team in Texas. In this role, you will lead the Texas region's S&T practice in the development and execution of S&T regional strategies, business development, project design/delivery, client relations, financial management and staff development. Click HERE for a snapshot of a few of HOK’s Science & Technology projects from around the world. RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership Leads project teams as Principal-in-Charge. 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 the Texas 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 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 Texas regional practice. Is the primary S&T liaison with the Texas 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 S&T Texas 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 Texas 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 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. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Demonstrated creativity, passion, and interest in design and planning of S&T focused facilities. Advanced knowledge in S&T programming/planning, design development, and project leadership. Advanced knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements for S&T facilities. Thorough knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines. Thorough understanding of the current laboratory design codes and guidelines. Knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM) and In…