Project Architect - Education

Project Architect - Education

HKS, Inc

United States, Texas, Dallas

Jun 11, 2025

Overview:

HKS is seeking a Project Architect to join our Education team.

A recognized practitioner and licensed Architect who possesses strong design and technical abilities and manages implementation documentation. Manages the firm's resources (people, processes and tools) and assignments with proficiency, fluency and aptitude. Teaches and mentors staff and effectively embodies and expresses the firm's values and mission.

Responsibilities:

Leads consultants and technical team efforts to facilitate effective execution of project design and the delivery of implementation documents

Works with PIC/PM in developing and managing the production schedule, including effectively defining and meeting deadlines

Prepares, reviews and coordinates implementation documents prior to issue, including verifying implementation documents conform to QA/QC and HKS standards, best practice and quality expectations

Manages the technical resolution and coordination for a defined portion of a project

May lead development of code analysis and confirms code and zoning requirements for assigned segment of project are met

Coordinates design group interaction both internally and externally, including leading consultant team work sessions

Coordinates with project managers, clients, public agencies, consultants and contractors to incorporate engineering systems, to respond to requests for information, clarifications and modifications and to obtain approvals and adjust scope of services

Prepares client presentations and may present design concepts and drawings

Performs product research; assists project designers with materials and systems evaluation to make proper selections

Oversees appropriate application of products and materials available on the market and best practices

Leads team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines

Attends on-site visits, field reviews and project meetings and documents as appropriate

Responsible for preparing and/or reviewing meeting minutes for consultant coordination meetings

Actively invests in the professional development of staff through mentoring, performance management and career planning

Develops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talent

Resolves conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment

Promotes the firm's principles of 'design excellence' through the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design

Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process

Collaborates in and may be responsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements

Maintains accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate

Understands contract and recognizes additional services needed

May participate in the pursuit and marketing of potential projects

Supports PIC/PM and may lead the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules

Qualifications:

Accredited professional degree in Architecture

Architectural Registration required

Typically 8+ years of experience

Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in architectural software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks and 3D modeling software preferred

Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup and InDesign software preferred

Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred

Strong knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines

Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines and QA/QC process

Advanced knowledge of building codes and ability to research and incorporate into implementation documents

Strong presentation skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time

Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing

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If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.

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