IT Manager - New York City

Overview HOK is an interdisciplinary collective of designers and thinkers working at the intersection of art, science, and technology to address the world's most pressing challenges. We are driven by purpose—to improve lives, serve our clients, and advance a more sustainable future. HOK is seeking an experienced IT Manager to join our Corporate Advanced Technology Group , based in our New York City office steps from Bryant Park. This role provides the opportunity to lead regional IT operations in a vibrant, collaborative studio environment while contributing to firmwide technology initiatives. HOK maintains a hybrid work schedule, with Mondays and Fridays designated as optional work-from-home days and Tuesday through Thursday as in-office days. Given the hands-on nature of this role, IT staff are expected to maintain an in-office presence five days per week. The IT Manager will coordinate schedules to ensure daily IT coverage and oversee the region's information technology operations, including day-to-day management of local IT staff. Responsibilities Oversees the daily performance of the Information Technology department. Escalation path for all technology issues. Interacts with office leadership to address technology needs of the business practice. Maintains accurate asset management records, including lease schedules and on-time return of assets. Oversee local network implementation of the firmwide standard. Implements and maintains IT standards. Monitors and maintains WAN and LAN performance and saturation. Escalates problems as required. Responsible for network operations and procedures, ensuring policies and procedures are in place. Maintains datacom circuits; escalates issues to the Enterprise team as needed. Responsible for managing and enforcing acceptable use of peripheral equipment including cell phones. May supervise one or more IT staff members. May be responsible for staff performance development. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, ensure uptime and quality customer service. Meets with other IT Directors and IT Managers to develop and implement IT standards. Performs duties of a Senior IT Support Specialist as needed. May perform after-hour and weekend help desk functions. Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices. Ideal Candidate and Qualifications The ideal candidate is a seasoned IT professional with a minimum of 8 years of experience in an information technology-related field. The successful candidate will demonstrate proven leadership capabilities, including prior supervisory experience, and hands-on experience managing help desk systems. This individual brings strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats. Advanced knowledge of PC, server, and SAN technologies is required, along with experience using remote access technologies and familiarity with basic scripting languages. The ideal candidate is proactive, business-minded, highly organized, and capable of managing competing priorities. This role requires regular travel to other regional offices, including Boston and Philadelphia, to support IT operations and collaborate with regional teams. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent education and experience required. 8+ years' work experience in an IT-related field. Previous supervisory experience required. Previous experience with managing a helpdesk system is required. Microsoft or Cisco Certification is preferred. Other May be responsible for one or more satellite or project offices. Travel is required to other Northeast region locations. Overtime may be required, including potential after-hours and weekends as projects require. Compensation and Benefits Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably expected range for this position is $125,000 - $145,000. Other compensation may include a discretionary bonus. HOK offers a comprehensive benefits package including a hybrid work environment, paid holidays, paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage, disability benefits, paid parental leave and fertility coverage, 401(k) with employer matching, and opportunities for professional development. #J-18808-Ljbffr