How do employees rate HKS?

Employees rate HKS 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 492 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

How can I get a job at HKS?

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Do people recommend working at HKS?

Overall, 92% of employees would recommend working at HKS to a friend. This is based on 492 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.

How do job seekers rate their interview experience at HKS?

74% of job seekers rate their interview experience at HKS as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 2.6 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at HKS.

How do employees rate the business outlook for HKS?

71% of employees think that HKS has a positive business outlook . This is based on anonymous employee reviews submitted on Glassdoor.

Working at HKS

HKS Snapshot

4.1

based on 484 ratings

92% would recommend to a friend

Heath May

90% approve of CEO

24 OfficesLocations

Description We are a design firm of more than 1,300 architects, interior designers, urban designers, scientists, artists, anthropologists and more. We work together across industries and across the globe to create places that delight, heal and stimulate peak performance.

We nurture a culture of extraordinary people with curious and creative minds who are passionate about delivering elegant solutions. We also have a dedicated research team devoted to discovering processes and ideas that improve outcomes for everyone.

In everything we do, we're mindful of the fragility of all life and of the planet.

Life at HKS

Company updates

HKS

3y

📣 Calling all design students! Join us at one of our upcoming career fairs. Swipe below to check one out near you. Learn more about HKS' summer internships and apply: https://hks.onl/3IhyQzX #design #architecture...Show more

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HKS, Inc. on LinkedIn: HKS Summer Internship

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3y

Set to rise 80 floors to a total height of 1,035 feet, HKS-designed Wilson Tower will be dubbed the tallest building in the state of Texas upon completion! Its signature design feature includes a brise soleil that wraps the tower's entire glass exterior giving protection from the hot Texas sun and wind. As said by HKS' Brad Wilkins the vision for this building is to set a new bar in skyscraper residences for Austin with a purpose to foster creativity and social connection. Take a look at what's to come for the project: https://hks.onl/3hJQH9b #design #architecture...Show more

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HKS Inc. | Wilson Tower

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3y

The 2022 AIA California Design Awards were announced, and three HKS projects made the list! Congratulations to the teams! https://hks.onl/3salc9S 👏 SoFi Stadium and Entertainment District: Merit Award and Special Commendation, Design for Water 👏 UCSD North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood: Special Commendation, Design for Discovery 👏 San Francisco International Airport's (SFO) Harvey Milk Terminal 1, Boarding Area B: Climate Action Award SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park/UC San Diego/San Francisco International Airport #sports #education #aviation #design...Show more

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HKS

4y

The future of work is now. The key to an effective, healthy and productive work ecosystem is not only incorporating, but leveraging strategies to strengthen equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Join our upcoming HKS Limitless Webinar on 9/22 to learn how the hybrid experience can create equitable environments at work and elsewhere: https://hks.onl/38KmLBJ ...Show more

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Join Us for Our Next Limitless Panel: Hybrid Work: A Fluid and More Equitable World | HKS Architects

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HKS

4y

We're thrilled to work with The St. Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort to redesign the resort's Michelin-starred restaurant, garden restaurant, main swimming pool and a new Shore Club for guests to take in stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. Our design will draw on Mallorca’s scenery, craft and the island’s connection with Spanish modern art to create something special for guests and locals to enjoy, said Su Doggett, HKS Director of Hospitality Interiors. #hospitality #design St. Regis Hotels & Resorts...Show more

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HKS to lead redesign of St Regis Mardavall - Supper Magazine

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Photos

HKS photo of: 2022 Dallas Summer Intern Party

HKS awards & accolades

Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work, Washington Business Journal, 2017
Florida Firm of the Year, AIA Florida, 2016

Pledges & certifications

Veteran hiring commitment
Committed to helping America's military veterans find work
Social responsibility pledge
Formal programs or foundation to give back to communities
Diversity commitment
Has programs that support a diverse and inclusive workforce
Career advancement program
Helping employees "upskill" into higher-paying positions
First job programs
Maintain entry-level hiring and career development programs to give people career starts

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Employee reviews at HKS

HKS has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 484 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The HKS employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

Ratings by category

4.3

Culture & values

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

4.2

Career opportunities

3.9

Work/Life balance

3.8

Senior management

3.7

Compensation and benefits

Employee reviews

ArchitectFormer employee

5.0

Strong projects but stifling corporate structure

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