Description

Shive-Hattery has an immediate opening in our Quad Cities office for an Architect with zero to two years of professional experience. 

Under the direction of the Group Leader this position performs a variety of duties associated with design expertise primarily on commercial, educational, healthcare, governmental, and industrial projects and related services, to assist in achieving desired client satisfaction, and business results. Participation in applicable AIA, NCARB, and community activities is preferred.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Entry level position and applies to individuals with up to two years' experience
• Completion of accredited professional degree program with a Bachelors degree or Masters degree in architecture, or equivalent in appropriate education and experience
• Basic knowledge of design of architectural systems, construction documentation and associated technology
• 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.
• Knowledge of programming, planning, and building performance is beneficial
• Qualifications/Proficiencies-motivated and creative professional; able to design with inherent understanding of building systems; capable of designing projects for private developer clients, retail, and restaurants, and Educational, Healthcare, Governmental, and Industrial Sector work
• Self-motivated and able to problem-solve independently. Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office and Google SketchUp is required. Working knowledge of AutoCAD is beneficial
• Excellent communication skills

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.

• Participate and contribute to design discussions, idea generation, collaboration, and design work in drawing, model and 3D image formats.
• Production and coordination of design process and technical documents under the direction of a licensed design professional.
• Creation of graphical images
• Design and detailing in Revit
• Attend project and client meetings with design professionals
• Interact with and be a representative of the company with clients and contractors as it relates to on-going projects

About the Quad Cities Office: 

Located in Bettendorf, Iowa North of 53rd Avenue in the heart of a new business district development. The office is a brand-new facility opened in July 2021. The office is surrounded by multiple restaurants and business’ within walking distance. We are only minutes from I-74 and I-80 highways for easy access to all parts of the city and our region. 

The Quad Cities is home to several Fortune 500 corporations including John Deere, 3M, Exelon and Arconic. Throughout the area, which encompasses six counties in Northwestern Illinois and Southeastern Iowa with an overall population of nearly 450,000, there are over 30,000 businesses locally-owned and beyond. The variety and success create a robust and continually growing economy.

Shive-Hattery offers outstanding benefits, a sound compensation package.

Shive-Hattery is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.