Architect

Shive Hattery Group, Inc.•South Bend, IN

36m

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Participation in applicable AIA, NCARB, and/or community activities is preferred
Working knowledge of AutoCAD is beneficial

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