Senior Project Manager

Posted Friday, May 23, 2025 at 4:00 AM 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. In partnership with the Sr. Project Architect and Sr. Project Designer, accountable for project financial performance and team communication. Manages multiple projects during all phases of a project until completion. Directs employees and consultants at all levels to ensure that proper steps and procedures are taken and that work is completed as planned, budgeted, scheduled and in conformance with the design intent. RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership: Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team. Participates on and/or leads multiple project teams as Senior Project Manager. Assists senior management in developing and validating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process. Assists in preparing project presentations. May participate and/or lead client presentations. Consistently provides complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team. Responsible for managing project using the Deltek Project Management system; completes work plans in Deltek; including identification of project team members, budget, consultants, schedule for completion, fees and costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project. Assists senior management in the preparation and execution of consultant contracts. Assists with negotiating fees and contracts. Ensures that budgets have been developed to provide for Quality Management Program through the life of the Project. Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects. Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices. Fosters a culture of external and internal client service. Management: Works with Project Architect to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects. Plans, organizes and manages project. Provides on-going communication through team meetings/minutes/up-date memos to project team. Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants and other disciplines to ensure effective communication. Monitors construction administration during the construction phase Develops and maintains positive relationships with consultants and clients. Client Interface: Responsible for maintaining client relationships throughout project. Keeps client apprised of project progress on regular basis. Initiates and maintains contact with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues. Consults with client to determine function and spatial requirements and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time. Plans layouts of projects and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval. Business Development: Participates in developing annual business plan for the Regional Practice. Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listens for and seek out new projects which may exist or are being formulated. Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities. Assists in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals. Staff Development: Provides leadership including professional development coaching and mentoring staff. Defines staff requirements for projects as needed or directed. Makes recommendations to senior management for staff promotions/terminations for project team and Architecture discipline. May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred. 10 years’ experience in architectural practice with prior management experience in all phases of projects through post-occupancy. Licensed Architect with current registration in your region preferred, if licensure is offered in your region. NCARB registration preferred. LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred. #LI-HYBRID #LI-JT1 #LI-JT1 Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details. 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 from home on Mondays and Fridays. Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably estimated annual salary range for this position in Chicago is $115,000-$165,000. HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.