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HOK Company Culture
HOK Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.9/5
HOK's Overall Culture is rated B
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Perks & Benefits
ADiversity
A-CEO Rating
B+Manager
B+Happiness
BHOK CEO
Top 20%Top 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Bill Hellmuth
75 /100
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Diversity at HOK
Top 15%Top 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
A-
Diverse employees at HOK have rated Perks And Benefits, Meetings, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored
Women at HOK
Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C+
Women at HOK have rated Manager, Perks And Benefits, and Work Culture as the highest categories they have scored
HOK eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 35%Top 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
14
HOK employees are 14% more likely to recommend HOK as a great place to work
| 37% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 40% | Passives |
| 23% | Detractors |
Working at HOK
Working at HOK is rated average by 45 employees, across various culture dimensions. HOK employees are most satisfied about Perks And Benefits, CEO Rating, and Manager categories, putting HOK’s culture in the Top 30% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 30% compared to other companies in Saint Louis, MO. See below in detail how working at HOK was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at HOK
B
Overall Company Culture at HOK is rated B
Last updated months ago
Top
30%
HOK ranks in the Top 30% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
HOK Employee Reviews
Out of 10 HOK employee reviews, 78% were positive. The remaining 22% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping HOK improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 78% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 22% |
Positive Reviews From HOK Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?Ability to meet a cross section of leadership locally and globally
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Experienced professionals that are decent architects.
- What do you like best about the leadership team?They are driven and passionate about design
Constructive Feedback From HOK Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?The verbal praise I am given is typically high but this is not matched in the salary compensation. This is most likely stemming from the fact that people performing your annual reviews are not the same people who make decisions on salary.
HOK Company Information
HOK Company Overview
HOK is a global design, architecture, engineering and planning firm.
HOK was founded in 1955 and its current CEO is Bill Hellmuth. Since its inception 71 years ago, HOK has grown to 2463 employees.
HOK Mission, Vision & Values
HOK Mission & Values
HOK is a global design, architecture, engineering and planning firm. We use design to enrich people’s lives and help organizations succeed. Our 1,700 people collaborate across a network of 23 offices on three continents. HOK’s mission is to deliver exceptional design ideas and solutions for our clients through the creative blending of human need, environmental stewardship, value creation, science and art. Our design solutions result from a collaborative process that encourages multidisciplinary professional teams to research alternatives, share knowledge and imagine new ways to solve the challenges of the built environment.
HOK Vision Statement
In each HOK office, we create inclusive environments where ideas grow, innovation flourishes and people can be themselves. The diversity of experiences, backgrounds, locations, viewpoints and ideas is what makes HOK a special place. When you join our team, we’ll be counting on you to help us change the world.
| Headquarter | 10 South Broadway Suite 200 Saint Louis, MO 63102 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.hok.com |
| Founding Date | 1955 |
| Tel | 314-421-2000 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Jobs | www.hok.com/about/careers/ |
| Social Sites |
HOK Competitors
HOK competitors include CannonDesign, Perkins & Will, and Gensler. HOK ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how HOK compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
HOK Employees
HOK has 2463 employees. 45 employees at HOK have reviewed HOK across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 45 HOK employees give their leadership a grade of B, or Top 30% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at HOK are generally satisfied with their total compensation at HOK, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at HOK are pleased with their team. 45 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. The majority believe the meetings at HOK are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at HOK believe the environment at HOK is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at HOK is comfortably fast. About 50% of the employees at HOK work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at HOK are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining HOK - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Saint Louis, MO about their company is that it was somewhat prepared on their first day. Saint Louis, MO employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 68% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
HOK KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of HOK's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 4 HOK employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 3 have said yes.
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HOK CEO & Leadership
HOK CEO - Bill Hellmuth
75 /100
Bill’s approval rate is in the Top 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 15% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Saint Louis, MO. HOK’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees with the company for Less than 1 Year, employees with 1 to 3 Years experience, and Hispanic or Latino employees. However, African American/Black employees, employees with 3 to 6 Years experience, and employees in the Design department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to HOK’s competitors, Bill Hellmuth ranks right below Gensler CEO Andy Cohen/Diane Hoskins. Under Hellmuth’s leadership, HOK employee respondents are most happy about their Perks And Benefits and the company’s Manager. Office Culture and Professional Development are two areas, according to respondents, where HOK could stand to see real improvement.
HOK Leadership
The HOK Executive Team is rated a “B” and led by CEO Bill Hellmuth, Director of Design Technology Innovation Greg Schleusner, and Senior Vice President / Chief Financial Officer Terry Paterni
Bill Hellmuth CEO / President
Bill Hellmuth serves as the CEO / President of HOK.
Greg Schleusner Director of Design Technology Innovation
Greg Schleusner serves as the Director of Design Technology Innovation of HOK.
Terry Paterni Senior Vice President / Chief Financial Officer
Terry Paterni serves as the Senior Vice President / Chief Financial Officer of HOK.
Chris Trainer Senior Vice President, Director of Operations
Chris Trainer serves as the Senior Vice President, Director of Operations of HOK.
Randy Kray Sr. Principal, Director of Science + Technology
Randy Kray serves as the Sr. Principal, Director of Science + Technology of HOK.
John Mahon Senior Vice President
John Mahon serves as the Senior Vice President of HOK.
Todd Bertsch Senior Vice President, Design Principal , Atlanta
Todd Bertsch serves as the Senior Vice President, Design Principal , Atlanta of HOK. Todd started at HOK in June of... read more
Lisa Brinkman Principal/Regional Director of WorkPlace
Lisa Brinkman serves as the Principal/Regional Director of WorkPlace of HOK.
Micheal Day Vice President / Senior Project Manager
Micheal Day serves as the Vice President / Senior Project Manager of HOK. Micheal started at HOK in January of 2015.... read more
HOK Salaries
How much does HOK pay?
How much do people at HOK get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at HOK is $116,074, or $55 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $116,440, or $55 per hour.
At HOK, the highest paid job is a Sales Engineer at $222,615 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $46,384 annually. Average HOK salaries by department include: Sales at $139,923, Customer Support at $63,873, Admin at $56,226, and Business Development at $124,966. Half of HOK salaries are above $116,440.
19 employees at HOK rank their Compensation in the Top 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 63 ratings) while 19 employees at HOK rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 20 ratings).
Salaries contributed from HOK employees include job titles like Architect, Graphic Designer, Jr Designer, and Director of Marketing. Comparably data has a total of 8 salary records from HOK employees.
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $68k | $68k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $89k | $89k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $115k | $115k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $168k | $168k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $226k | $226k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $246k | $246k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $290k | $290k | 100th Percentile |
$116,074*
Average Compensation
$116,440*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
HOK Salaries by City
HOK Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at HOK
Diverse employees at HOK score the company 81/100 across various culture categories, placing HOK in the Top 15% of companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at HOK across various culture dimensions.
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HOK Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
HOK PTO
HOK's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year. HOK's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.
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HOK Careers
HOK Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, HOK applied for 1 H1B visas.
Work Permit Application Outcome
HOK has a total of 2463 employees
1
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 0% Granted ( out of 1)
- 0% Denied ( out of 1)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 1)
- 100% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (1 out of 1)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let HOK Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in HOK on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 50% | |
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Engineering | 25% | |
Admin | 25% |
Candidates By Location
Saint Louis | 50% | |
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Dallas | 25% | |
Irving | 25% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding HOK
What is HOK address?
HOK location is at 10 South Broadway Suite 200
Who is the CEO of HOK?
HOK CEO is Bill Hellmuth, their score by employees is 75
What is HOK eNPS?
The eNPS for HOK is 14
What is the salary for Financial Analyst in HOK?
Financial Analyst average salary in the US is 85k
What are the salaries in the Finance in HOK?
The average salaries for Finance in HOK is 87k
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