Recording Studio Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Overview:

Responsibilities:

• Oversees projects assigned to respective core studio by focusing on the project process, service/delivery, work environment and project documentation
• Collaborates in strategic planning and facilitates communication for specific practice with other leaders, such as vetting studio marketing strategy and allocating needed resources
• Partners with Studios to further the strategic goals of the firm, sector and office
• Collaborates during the initial marketing stages through completion of construction, including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development and delivery
• Collaborates with leaders such as Project Manager and Studio Design Leader to lead the team through all phases by guiding, advising and mentoring other designers on project work, developing design direction and leading critiques
• Acts as a primary interface with clients for respective studio, building and strengthening connections through a comprehensive understanding of their mission, goals, policies, needs and progress
• Manages client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination for respective studio in collaboration with project team leadership
• Monitors staffing, utilization and growth management across the studio, including recommending adjustments where necessary
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of the studio relating to all staff, business and financial operations
• Serves as a technical resource for the studio, assisting in the resolution of complex problems, and helping them grow in their roles
• Reviews conceptual development and, in collaboration with Studio Design Leader, provides leadership, inspiration and motivation to the design team to ensure that the highest quality design documentation is produced and client satisfaction is achieved
• Partners with Office Directors as a liaison between the firm leadership and staff, communicating firm and regional initiatives and priorities
• Emphasizes and incorporates HKS strategic priorities, such as Design Measures into client solutions
• Operates with "ONE Firm" mindset, minimizes the sector and operational variables within the office in collaboration with Global Practice Director
• Integrates 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, user and community
• 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 15+ years of experience, including experience in a leadership role with demonstrated success in both project work and talent/resource development
• Significant experience in the practice area of the studio, including the planning and design of full spectrum inpatient and outpatient mental and behavioral health facilities. Subject matter expertise required in the planning and design of private and public civil and forensic facilities, including maximum security. Additionally, subject matter expertise is required in the planning and design of Substance and addiction treatment and recovery centers, MBH Crisis Intervention/EMPATH facilities, neuro-diverse criteria, age-associated criteria from pediatrics through geriatric, facilities for adults with learning disabilities, and general familiarity with emerging treatment therapies and modalities.
• 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 business development presentations through developing strategy and design concepts
• Successful track record in success building, nurturing and fostering new client relationships
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to work closely with design leaders to promote an inter-disciplinary design approach and philosophy, and to facilitate its advancement across the firm
• Ability to manage team with diplomatic and collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
• Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Travel will be required.

Base Salary Range: $140-175k annually - Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Richmond, Seattle and Washington DC locations only.

The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the listed locations only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.

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