Strategic Planning & Workplace ConsultantHOK 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.
We are currently seeking a Strategic Planning & Workplace Consultant to join our team in Texas (Houston, Dallas or Austin). In this role, you are responsible for working independently on project tasks with periodic supervision to deliver project work and develop project approaches and project work plans with clients. We are looking for an individual that has a passion for data driven decisions and for creating compelling visualizations within the Planning, Architecture, and Interior Design realm.
ResponsibilitiesCompletes projects in multiple service line offerings, including: Real Estate and Occupancy Planning, Facilities Strategies, Master Planning, and Workplace Strategy.Works on project assignments with multiple location teams.Typically performs complex analysis tasks and problem solving on projects (e.g. developing and analyzing surveys, functional relationship analysis, highest and best use studies, supply and demand, utilization analysis, stacking & blocking strategy, moving migration schedules, project schedules, site and zoning analysis, organizational analysis, workplace activity analysis, personnel forecasting, space type analysis, density analysis, space inventory, efficiency ratios, capacity models, strategic facilities, and master planning).Facilitates the integration of findings and analysis into the Planning, Architecture, and Interior Design processes, and occasionally into Change Management.Develops, prepares and makes project presentations to small client groups and client managers.Develops and presents analysis, findings, or reports to project teams in a clear and concise manner.Development of Information Dashboards to convey information to clients in an interactive and concise manner.Assists in the preparation of proposals, including project approach and definition of deliverables, supports marketing pursuits, including preparing leave behind and qualification packages.Required SkillsKnowledge and ability to use analytical and problem-solving techniques.Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical and required. Technical writing experience is a plus.Graphic software skills with Affinity and/or Adobe Suite are required.Understanding of Revit software is required.Advanced software skills in applications such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word are expected. Understanding MS Access is a plus.Strong data analysis and spreadsheet capabilities are essential components, and accuracy and precision are required. Understanding of databases is a plus.Understanding of MS Power BI or Tableau is preferred.Ability to complete tasks and produce deliverables independently or with limited guidance.QualificationsBachelor or Master's degree in planning, architecture, real estate, interiors or directly relevant university education.3 to 7 years of previous applicable experience, including experience in multiple building types, and experience in two or more consulting service offerings.Change Management certifications are a plus.Other InformationTravel 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.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; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
HOK is a drug-free workplace. HOK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.
Location3200 Southwest Freeway, Suite 900, Houston, Texas
Additional Locations1023 Springdale Road, Suite 7B, Austin
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