Shape the Future of Interior Design at HOK
Step into a leadership role where creativity meets strategic impact. As Director of Interior's for HOK's Interiors practice in St. Louis, MO, you will set the vision for a dynamic, sustainable studio known for design excellence. Your expertise will drive business growth across a diverse portfolio and help to mentor emerging talent.
Why Join Us?
Great design begins with a great culture. HOK fosters a collaborative, inclusive environment where creativity thrives, and diverse perspectives are valued. Our team is driven by curiosity, united by purpose, and passionate about creating spaces that enrich our lives.
YOUR ROLE
Promotes operational excellence on all Interiors projects by providing overall practice leadership through skills in interior design and management, business development, and staff development. Member of the regional Practice management team.
Practice/Project Management
Provide strategic vision, as well as day-to-day administration of the Interiors group.
Responsible for development and successful execution of practice goals, business plan and profitability; aligns efforts with regional and firm-wide business unit plans and goals.
Ensures Integrated Sustainable Design solutions are incorporated into projects.
Oversee those that conduct project technical and design reviews. Ensures design quality control performed on all projects, and HOK Standars for all projects and processes are implemented.
Personally contributes to HOK Standards through new procedure initiation and development.
Develops and/or reviews fee proposals and workload projections for assigned staff.
Works closely with project managers with respect to budget and schedule constraints and identifies opportunities to support project profitability.
Utilizes and encourages best uses of design technology for presentation and production purposes; champions BIM and Revit technologies.
Ensures the availability of adequate and appropriate staff to execute all contracted projects.
Maintains an appropriate billable and non-billable percentage of personal and departmental time.
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with management and project team members.
Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
Works closely with the Director of Design for the studio as well as the Firmwide Director of Interior Design to ensure design intent is carried throughout all projects.
Marketing/Business Development
Responsible for the development and execution of marketing strategy; as well as the overall branding and development of HOK's Interiors practice.
Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listen for and seek out new projects which may exist or are being formulated.
Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities. Acts as key presenter in new project interviews.
Develops and nurtures positive client, consultant, contractor and jurisdictional/approval agencies to increase stature in the market and community resulting in increased potential business opportunities.
Assists marketing department in development of marketing campaigns, materials, webinars, etc. and overall proposal preparation. Provides oversight to marketing staff in the development of standard materials that describe the design portfolio, systems, and processes of the interior's practice.
Assists in preparation of award submittals.
Design Management
- Works closely with Director of Design, Interiors to ensure design intent is carried throughout all projects.
Conducts research and seeks thorough understanding of client needs for project requirements and design solution opportunities.
Utilizes knowledge of furniture, fixture and equipment, architectural/interior finishes, lighting, art, signage, color and materials to support staff in their effort to carry out designs. Keeps well connected with manufacturers and design industry to ensure access to newest and most innovative products and services available. Maintains leading edge prominence within industry. Keeps abreast of new products, trends, technology, and business sector growth.
Engages clients in explorations that respectfully challenge their understanding of appropriate design solutions.
Staff Development
- Leads ongoing design dialogue within the Interiors Practice including design philosophy, approach and processes.
- Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals; fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust among members of the group as it grows and develops.
- Prepares, delivers, and ensures completion of staff evaluations; responsible for performance development, compensation decision-making and workload allocation processes of department.
- Supports diversity and develops continuing education opportunities (e.g. site visits, lectures, road trips) to expose design staff to influences which will stimulate design creativity and innovation.
- Encourages staff exploration and innovation to achieve project design excellence and continual improvement for the achievement of original design ideas and concepts.
- Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
- Participates in local or state professional associations, maintains active membership, and attends conferences valued by clients as appropriate. Public speaking and/or publishing may be require
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture required. Master's degree preferred.
15 plus years' experience with large interiors or architectural firm or division and 10 plus years as senior level Interior Designer responsible for the design and project management of l interiors. Supervisory experience required.
Published and/or award winning projects a plus.
Must be professional Interior Designer and have passed the NCIDQ exam or be a registered Architect with current license required.
If registered Architect, NCARB registration preferred.
LEED credential required within 6 months of employment.
Technology Proficiency:
- General understanding of Revit and BIM workflows.
- Experience with Deltek Vision preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
Proven leadership in large and small-scale interior design projects with a portfolio highlighting excellence.
Strong mentorship skills with the ability to inspire high-performing teams.
Strategic mindset balancing creative vision with operational priorities.
Advanced knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, materials application and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
Advanced knowledge of furniture, fixture and equipment (FF&E), architectural/interior finishes, lighting, art, signage, color and materials to carryout design intent.
Ability to manage the Interiors department with a collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships, both internal and external.
Ability to think strategically, implements change, enforces policy and resolve conflict.
Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets. Demonstrated ability to executive projects profitably.
Proven ability to prioritize oneself and the work of others in order to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients.
Proven ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with external clients.
Proven ability to masterfully present, effectively sell and negotiate the services of HOK.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Thorough knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
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HOK Group, Inc.
Jul 25, 2025