Studio Operations Coordinator Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Responsible for overall management of the respective studio and the work of multiple project teams focused on the design, development and delivery of outstanding solutions for a practice area or building type. Executes the practice strategy in the studio(s). The Mental & Behavioral Health Studio Practice Leader often leads multiple projects with multiple clients concurrently. The role focuses on growing leadership skills related to relationship-building, collaboration and interpersonal skills while working on great projects for exceptional clients.

• Oversees projects assigned to the respective core studio by focusing on the project process, service/delivery, work environment and project documentation.
• Collaborates in strategic planning and facilitates communication for the 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 the 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 the 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 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 an “ONE Firm” mindset, minimizing the sector and operational variables within the office in collaboration with Global Practice Director.
• Integrates HKS services, expertise and innovation into 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.

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field, or relevant years in education or experience.
• Licensure or certification in the chosen field preferred.
• Typically 15+ years of experience, including 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-scope 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, as well as 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 with design‑related software and the functionality of Vision preferred.
• Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams, preferred.
• Proficiency in logistics management, 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 building, nurturing and fostering new client relationships.
• Excellent presentation, leadership, organization, communication and relationship‑management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• 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 a team with a diplomatic and collaborative leadership style that values relationships and collaboration, both internal and external.
• Clear, concise and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem‑solving ability and application of innovative solutions.
• Collaboration and encouragement of teamwork.
• 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. 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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