Design Technology Specialist

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

Provides project-specific application of expert design technology techniques and in-directly reports to the firm-wide Advanced Technology Group.

Responsibilities

General

• Provides expertise and/or advisement to project teams for implementation of advanced design technology techniques.
• Provides feedback on project-based activities to the firmwide Advanced Technology Group.
• Can be a resource and team member in all phases of the project.
• Maintains current knowledge of design software, industry developments in integrated practice, and other applicable techniques.
• Devotes time to research new and upcoming technologies.
• May contribute to the production of project deliverables.
• Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating project team members in the use of advanced technologies.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Utilizes specialist knowledge to conduct complex modeling, data management, analysis and/or optimization for architectural designs such as building massing or exterior enclosures.
• Provides specialized design analyses such as pedestrian/egress simulation, sustainable design analysis, or code compliance analysis.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, information technology or a related discipline required.
• 5 years’ progressive experience in BIM/3D modeling and drawing package development
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced knowledge in building information modeling programs and applicable techniques.
• Expertise in Revit required, Dynamo an asset.
• Proficiency in 3D Modeling and analysis software such as Rhino/Grasshopper, Navisworks, SketchUp, 3dsMax Design; including the ability to configure these programs.
• Proficiency in MS Office Outlook, Word and Excel required.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Newforma preferred.
• Proficiency or knowledge in dRofus, data management, and table-based SQL management required.
• Knowledge of Python programming language preferred.
• Knowledge about sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
• Ability to effectively manage and mentor a team.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  
  

Other

• Must have or be eligible for a reliability, or higher, security clearance with PSPC
• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.
  
  

Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software Skills for details.

HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; GRSP savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance and paid time off (PTO). In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds and individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.