Design Professional – Architect

Overview

Shive-Hattery is a prestigious Architecture and Engineering consulting firm established in 1895 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. With 16 offices across 8 states, we employ over 580 industry-leading professionals. Shive-Hattery consistently achieves Top 100 rankings from the ENR and receives consecutive awards for Excellence in Client Experience. The firm prides itself on its One Firm, full-service model, ensuring that the best personnel are placed with clients, regardless of project location.

Shive-Hattery has an immediate opening in our Valparaiso Indiana Office for a Design Professional with 2 to 5 years of professional architectural experience.

Under the direction of the Studio Leader this position performs a variety of duties associated with Architectural Design and related services to assist in achieving desired client satisfaction, and business results.

• Assist in Multidisciplinary Projects: Collaborate with project teams to contribute to the successful execution of architectural plans, with a keen desire to learn and improve.
• Support Senior Architects: Work closely with senior architects, helping to develop design solutions and gaining valuable insights from their expertise.
• Engage in Design Discussions: Participate actively in design meetings, sharing ideas and learning from the creative process of more experienced colleagues.
• Construction Documentation: Assist in producing accurate construction documents, ensuring compliance with architectural specifications and building codes, while seeking guidance and feedback to enhance skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Develop and refine technical skills using software such as Autodesk Revit, SpecLink, and Microsoft Office, with a focus on continuous learning and improvement.
• Client Interaction: Support client meetings and presentations, learning how to effectively communicate design concepts and project progress.
• Mentorship and Growth: Seek mentorship opportunities, embrace feedback, and demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional growth within the architectural field.
• Innovation and Creativity: Contribute innovative ideas and solutions, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and learning.

Requirements

• Design Professional with a NAAB accredited degree working toward licensure now or in the near future. Shive-Hattery will assist you in achieving your goal.
• Completion of accredited professional degree program with a Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Architecture.
• Software/Technology: Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, SpecLink, and Microsoft Office, with a desire to expand technical skills.
• Knowledge of design of architectural systems, construction documentation and associated technology required
• Experience with standard Construction Administration procedures
• Demonstrate a high degree of aptitude in critical, creative thinking associated with design and the design process
• Basic understanding of architectural specifications, international building codes, life safety code and current ADA requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an eagerness to collaborate and learn from others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of programming, planning, and building performance is beneficial
• Motivated and creative professional able to design with inherent understanding of building systems; capable of designing projects in a variety of sectors, ranging from Healthcare, private developer clients, commercial workplace, and/or industrial clients with some Industrial, Commercial, and Healthcare Sector work
• Self-motivated and able to problem-solve independently.

Why Shive-Hattery?

Our learning and teaching culture is founded on collaboration. You will learn from and teach other employees while working across disciplines. You will grow your skills and continue your professional growth at Shive-Hattery.

Shive-Hattery offers an outstanding and competitive total compensation package including competitive pay and over 35 different benefits.

Benefit Highlights

• Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
• …And Many More

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.