Architect

Description

Shive-Hattery's South Bend office has an immediate opening for a Mid-Level Architect focusing on Public Buildings. 

Under the direction of the Studio Leader this position performs a variety of duties associated with design expertise primarily on municipal and government projects and related services, to assist in achieving desired client satisfaction, and business results. 

Required Experience:

• 5 to 7 years' experience in the practice of architecture
• Registration as a licensed architect is a requirement
• Completion of accredited professional degree program with a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in architecture, or equivalent in appropriate education and experience. 
• Capable of managing and or supervising project teams of architects, engineers, and designers of medium and large projects
• Demonstrate a high degree of aptitude in critical, creative thinking associated with design and the design process
• Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of architectural specifications, international building codes, life safety code and current ADA requirements
• Knowledge of programming, planning, and building performance
• Qualifications/Proficiencies consistent with mid-level experience for a motivated and creative professional; able to design with inherent understanding of building systems; capable of designing projects for high quality public/institutional clients
• Self-motivated and able to problem-solve independently. Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Revit, Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, and Google SketchUp. Working knowledge of AutoCAD is beneficial
• Excellent communication skills
• Participation in applicable AIA, NCARB, and/or community activities is preferred

Requirements

*Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, and portfolio for consideration. If unable to submit your portfolio due to size constrains, please include a link to your portfolio in your cover letter.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead architect for projects across our public buildings market through directing the delivery of projects in compliance with Shive-Hattery standards
• Participate and contribute in design and project management through design reviews, idea generation, collaboration, and design work in drawing, modeling and 3D image formats
• Performs architectural assignments under general supervision, independently performing most assignments with instructions as to the general expected results.
• Direct and mentor junior staff to design, produce and coordinate the design process and technical documents
• Attend project and client meetings with design professionals for projects under contract
• Presents to clients during interviews for new work or discussions of expanding services to existing clients 
• Lead discussions concerning sustainable and resilient design practices to determine approaches benefitting project stakeholders to include in design intent documents
• Supports senior staff on content development for project meetings on medium and large sized projects with varying complexity
• Collaborate with local office leadership and firmwide Market leadership on select business development opportunities
• Ability to coordinate with internal and external engineering disciplines for project design and deliverables
• Ability to oversee the development of a complete contract document set for small to medium size projects

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! 

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

• At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. 

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: To protect the interests of all parties, Shive-Hattery and its partners will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from a recruiter or staffing agency who is not operating under an executed recruiting or staffing services contract with Shive-Hattery. Please do not contact our employees directly in that regard or otherwise submit unsolicited candidate information in any form.

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.