Director of Operations

4 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States HOK Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Director of Operations to lead our team. As a Director of Operations, you will be responsible for managing daily operations, including office-wide budgeting, monitoring, analysis, and measurement of peak performance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Leadership: Submit monthly fee projections through detailed work plans, review project contracts, oversee claims and risk management, and review consultant fees and agreements.
  • Management: Implement and utilize HOK Best Practices for all projects and processes, schedule and chair meetings with Project Managers, and oversee claims and risk management of projects.
  • Business Development: Assist in the development and successful execution of the annual business plan, participate in selected marketing and business development opportunities, and identify new business opportunities while developing current client relationships.
  • Staff Development: Act as a mentor by coaching and motivating teams and individuals, ensure staff evaluation, and support diversity, HOKU programs, and develop continuing education opportunities.

Requirements:

  • Ability to manage business operations with a collaborative leadership style.
  • Thorough knowledge of the technical process of large-scale projects.
  • Ability to think strategically, implement change, enforce policy, and resolve conflict.
  • Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets.
  • Proven ability to prioritize oneself and the work of others to meet deadlines and provide high-quality service to clients.
  • Proven ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with external clients.
  • Proven ability to masterfully present, effectively sell, and negotiate the services of HOK.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Thorough knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
  • Thorough knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering or equivalent in education or experience.
  • 15 years of experience with an architectural firm or division, with at least 5 years in a similar type managerial position.
  • Licensed Architect or Engineer with current registration in your region required, if licensure is offered in your region.
  • NCARB registration preferred if registered Architect.
  • LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

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.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education, and location.

The reasonably expected annual salary range for this position is $180,000 to $220,000.

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.



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