Senior Architect / Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Shive-Hattery is seeking an Sr. Architect / Project Manager who brings a background in government building design solutions to join our office in Phoenix, AZ. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of Shive-Hattery’s presence in the market by leveraging our national portfolio of Federal and Justice work to cultivate new opportunities and relationships both, in the region and nationally. We are looking for a candidate with an entrepreneurial spirit who builds long term relationships with colleagues, consultants, and clients. The ideal candidate would bring 10 to 15 years’ experience working in a multidisciplinary team to deliver complex projects. This individual will demonstrate the leadership skills necessary to strengthen and support the performance and culture of the office by engaging in a work environment where staff are engaged and can excel in their abilities.

Candidates should demonstrate experience in all aspects of the design process focusing on ‘best practice outcomes’ including Programming, Master Planning, Conceptual, Schematic and Design Development presentations, 3D modeling, and the technical proficiency to successfully implement designs through the CD/CA phases. This candidate will also ensure clients receive superior service while supporting business development efforts and overall growth. The position expectation supports an appreciation of teamwork, a collaborative approach, a passion for continuous improvement, a business mindset, and the ability to bring the best out of team members, both internal and external.

Working closely with the Business Unit, Market Leaders and subject matter experts, you will be a part of a team developing and implementing business development strategies to grow relationships, win new work, and expand the Shive-Hattery’s design practice locally and regionally.

*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 and Requirements:

• Candidate should possess at least 10 to 15+ years of experience in architecture working in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Successful applicants must complete have completed an accredited professional degree program with either a bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture, or equivalent education and experience.
• Licensure in AZ, or the ability to become licensed in AZ is required
• Candidate should have a proven track record of outward facing business development and a willingness to engage with potential future clients
• Candidate will actively lead the design and project management of complex projects through engaging in design meeting, generating ideas, collaborating with staff, and working on guiding the overall direction and tracking of the project
• The role involves managing and supervising project teams comprising architects, engineers, and designers for medium to large projects with a high degree of focus on federal, justice, and civic projects. Demonstrating a high degree of critical and creative thinking related to design processes is essential
• Aptitude/Proficiencies consistent with senior-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 clients in Justice and Federal markets, in associations with Public Business Unit sector with limited involvement with private developer clients. In support, demonstrate a high degree of aptitude in critical, creative thinking associated with design and the design process.
• As a licensed design professional, you will direct non-licensed and other professionals assigned to design, produce, and coordinate the design process and technical documents.
• You will attend project and client meetings acting as the representative of Shive-Hattery
• A thorough understanding of architectural specifications, local, state, and federal building codes, life safety codes, and current ADA requirements is required.
• Candidates should be adept at designing with a strong understanding of building systems and have experience in designing projects of varying scale and complexity within the federal and civic sectors.
• As a self-motivated individual, the candidate excels in independent problem-solving and possesses excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, SpecLink, and Microsoft Office is necessary. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Google SketchUp and the Adobe Suite is beneficial.
• Must have a strong can-do attitude with excellent problem-solving skills
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be collaborative and have positive/effective team building skills

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.