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A professional experience in the planning, design and implementation of Aviation and Transportation projects. Is responsible for winning new commissions, leading project teams as Principal-in-Charge, and is responsible for representing and leading the regional practices’ A+T Practice. Participates in developing and executing A+ T regional strategies.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years of aviation and transportation 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.

Leadership

• Is an extended member of the A+T firm-wide leadership team and participates in defining the vision, strategy, and business plans for the firmwide practice
• Is the primary representative for A+T in their 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
• Understands the industry, regional client sensitivities, and market drivers
• Participates with other A+T Regional Leaders and Directors of A+T in HOK firmwide activities
• Strong communication skills
• Effective collaborator and a good partner
• Ability to periodically/regularly travel
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service

Management

• Provides day-to-day administration of the A+T regional practice
• Is the primary A+T liaison with the regional business unit
• Is responsible 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 A+T regional projects
• Regularly reports regional status to A+T firmwide leadership team
• Assists in preparing project fee and workload projections
• With the appointed PM, is responsible for regional A+T project performance
• Monitors and maintains an appropriate level of chargeability

Business Development

• Responsible for the development and execution of the A+T practice’s regional marketing strategy
• Identifies new business opportunities
• Maintains and grows current client relationships
• Proactively seek out new opportunities and prospects
• Participates in regional A+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 the A+T industry activities by way of speaking, presenting and/or writing to enhance the A+T practice’s thought leadership

Staff Development

• Serves as mentor/advisor to A+T related regional staff
• Leads A+T input on regional staff performance evaluations, including recommendations for bonus and promotion
• Promotes and supports diversity
• Participates in recruiting of A+T related staff