Shive-Hattery · 5 months ago
Mid-Level Architect K-12
West Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expShive-Hattery is an architectural firm focused on shaping the future of public education. They are seeking a passionate architect to design and renovate school environments, collaborating with local school districts and leading projects that create inclusive and sustainable learning spaces.
Consulting
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams through all phases of design and construction
Engage in proposal development, site evaluations, programming, schematic design, construction documentation, and administration
Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and internal teams, acting independently on tasks aligned with project goals
Prepare design presentations, construction documents, and specifications
Participate in client meetings, community engagement sessions, and school board presentations
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and educational facility guidelines
Assist in construction administration, including site visits, RFIs, and submittal reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
Licensed architect in the State of Iowa or on track to obtain licensure within one year
5–8 years of professional experience, with a strong portfolio of K–12 projects
Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or 3D Studio
Familiarity with Iowa Department of Education facility requirements
Experience with community engagement and participatory design processes
Knowledge of sustainable design practices; LEED or WELL accreditation is a plus
Understanding of trauma-informed and inclusive design principles in educational settings
Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills
Benefits
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!
Company
Shive-Hattery
Shive-Hattery is an architecture & planning company that provides architectural and engineering services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kelly Sullivan
Human Resources Recruiting Partner
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