Global Practice Director | Mission Critical

at HKS, Inc in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Overview:

HKS is seeking a Global Practice Director to lead our Mission Critical practice.

Responsible for setting the overall strategy of the practice in conjunction with the Global Sector Director and with input from the Practice Leaders, Studio Leaders, Office Directors, and Regional Directors. The role is also responsible for developing and maintaining systems and processes within the global practice to ensure quality and consistency of designs and the integration and leveraging of other HKS resources.

Responsibilities:
Leads strategic planning for the practice in conjunction with respective Global Sector Director and facilitates communication for the practice with Studio Leaders, Office Directors and Regional Directors, such as vetting sector marketing strategy and allocating needed resources
Coordinates the practice's development of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) in advance of the budgeting process and is responsible for the achievement of those OKRs throughout the year
Provides counsel and support to Studio Leaders, Office Directors and Regional Directors related to resource expenditures, personnel matters for the practice
When needed, establishes action plan for any corrective measures with studio leaders, Office Directors and Regional Directors
Advises on recruiting, staffing, utilization, and growth management across the practice, including recommending adjustments where necessary and reviewing all personnel changes in conjunction with Regional Directors and Office Directors
Collaborates on implementation of firmwide initiatives across the practice, including but not limited to being a champion for J.E.D.I., Research, Enterprise strategies, Top Projects
Actively supports integration of HKS services, expertise and innovation in all projects, while actively seeking opportunities to incorporate HKS best practices, sustainable design solutions, subject matter expertise and resources strategically and efficiently for the client, users, and community
Active on projects as required by relationships but should work to maintain a broader strategic view of the entire practice supporting studio leaders to deliver quality projects on behalf of the practice
Acts as a primary interface with clients as needed for specific client relationships, building and strengthening connections through a comprehensive understanding of their mission, goals, policies, needs and progress
Supports the practice by distilling and distributing project lessons, practice related knowledge and tools to the studio leaders so they can lead effectively
Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues

Qualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, related degree for respective field, or relevant years in education or experience
Licensure or certification in chosen field preferred
Typically 20+ years of experience, including experience as an office or studio leader with demonstrated success in both project work and talent/resource development
Significant experience in the respective practice area
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Familiarity in the capability and benefits of design-related software preferred
Familiarity in the functionality of Vision
Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams preferred
Proficiency in logistics management including connecting people and resources to the right place at the right time
Successful track record in directing and providing leadership for design teams from... For full info follow application link.

HKS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and committed to a policy of non-discrimination in all employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, advancement, compensation, and termination. HKS’ policies, including its Affirmative Action Programs, are designed to not only ensure legal compliance with state and federal anti-discrimination and retaliation laws, but to carry out the principles of equal employment opportunities in all job categories. Deliberate and conscious effort is made to make employment decisions that are consistent with these equal employment opportunity principles. HKS will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status or disability; and ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. Employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination for filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance evaluation or hearing, opposing and/or exercising any other right made unlawful by Executive Order 11246, Sections 503 and 38 USC 4212, as amended, or their implementing regulations, or any other Federal, State or local laws requiring equal opportunity.