Architecture - Sr Project Manager - Healthcare

HOK•Houston, TX

About The Position

HOK is seeking a Senior Architectural Project Manager focused on healthcare for its Houston practice. The role combines project management with operational support for the Healthcare Studio. The project manager collaborates with the Project Architect and Project Designer, supports financial performance and effective team communication, and oversees projects through all phases to ensure timely, on-budget delivery consistent with design intent. The role also assists the Healthcare Practice Leader with overall studio operations. The position manages healthcare projects from conception through completion, aligning them with client visions and industry best practices. It contributes to technical excellence and requires a licensed architect responsible for signing and sealing drawings. The role supports spaces designed to enhance patient care, optimize workflows, and improve the patient experience, while advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, sustainability, and value for clients and communities. The position provides project and team leadership; manages scope, fees, budgets, schedules, staffing, contracts, communication, and construction administration; maintains client and consultant relationships; supports regional business development; and coaches and mentors staff. Some travel and overtime are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, or equivalent in education or experience.
At least 15 years of architecture experience.
At least 8 years of healthcare project management experience on large, complex projects.
Experience on healthcare projects.
Licensed architect; a current Texas registration is preferred.
LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.
Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to multitasking and assignment changes.
Demonstrated communication and leadership skills, both verbal and written.
Strong knowledge of design trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, sustainability, integrated design, LEED guidelines, and QA/QC processes.
Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets.
Thorough knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Integrated Project Delivery (IDP).
Ability to manage multiple projects of complex scope and meet deadlines.
Strong hand-drafting and CAD drafting skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Some travel and overtime are required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Current Texas architect registration.
NCARB registration.
Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint.
Proficiency in Revit.
Proficiency in Primavera or MS Project.
Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, and InDesign.

Responsibilities

Foster and maintain collaborative working relationships with the Project Leadership Team and participate in or lead multiple project teams as Senior Project Manager.
Assist senior management with developing and validating project scope, fees, budgets, and services during marketing and contract development.
Assist with project presentations and may participate in or lead client presentations.
Provide complete and timely communication of project information to clients and the project team.
Manage projects using Deltek Project Management, including work plans, team assignments, budgets, consultants, schedules, fees, costs, and project change notices.
Assist with preparing and executing consultant contracts and negotiating fees and contracts.
Ensure project budgets provide for the Quality Management Program throughout the project.
Incorporate integrated sustainable design solutions and foster sustainable workplace practices.
Promote a culture of internal and external client service.
Plan, organize, and manage projects, coordinating with the Project Architect to address schedule conflicts caused by project changes.
Maintain ongoing project-team communication through meetings, minutes, and update memoranda.
Communicate with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and other disciplines to support effective coordination.
Monitor construction administration during the construction phase.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with consultants and clients, and keep clients regularly informed of project progress.
Coordinate with key project participants to clarify, coordinate, and negotiate critical issues.
Consult with clients about functional and spatial requirements and prepare information on design, specifications, materials, colors, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time.
Plan project layouts and integrate engineering elements into unified designs for client review and approval.
Participate in developing the Regional Practice annual business plan and identify new business opportunities while developing existing client relationships.
Seek out potential projects and participate in selected marketing and business development opportunities; assist with fee proposals.
Provide professional development coaching and mentoring to staff and define project staffing requirements as needed or directed.
Recommend staff promotions or terminations to senior management and may participate in interviewing and recruiting professional staff.
Sign and seal drawings and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.