Project Coordinator - Senior Living

HKS, Inc.•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A recognized practitioner who possesses strong design and technical abilities and manages implementation documentation. This role involves managing the firm’s resources (people, processes and tools) and assignments with proficiency, fluency and aptitude, as well as teaching and mentoring staff while embodying the firm’s values and mission. HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance. With 1,600 people in 29 offices, the firm is united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence. HKS became a carbon neutral firm in 2023 and values honesty, diversity, inclusion, and creative thinking. They partner with clients and collaborators to craft powerful ideas and solutions, creating places that stand apart.

Requirements

Typically 8+ years of experience
Advanced skills in Bluebeam
Intermediate skills in Revit and Navisworks
Basic experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Advanced skills in MS Office Suite
Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Advanced ability to research and incorporate into implementation documents
Advanced knowledge of materials, construction techniques, building codes and QA/QC process
Advanced experience with the entire project lifestyle, through post-occupancy
Advanced presentation, graphic and visualization skills to communicate ideas
Advanced organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Intermediate ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
Intermediate ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
Intermediate ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
Advanced ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality

Nice To Haves

Accredited professional degree in Architecture or related field
Architectural Registration
Sustainable design accreditation
Basic skills in Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo, Twinmotion, Enscape or other visualization tools (intermediate preferred)

Responsibilities

Collaborates with the 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 confirm 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
Maintains open communication with client and provides guidance through projects
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
Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues
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
Maintains awareness of risk management for potential project issues and involves PIC/PM if needed
Leads and participates in 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
May be responsible for preparing and/or reviewing meeting minutes for consultant coordination meetings
Travel may be required