Architect

About the role

Shive-Hattery is seeking a Senior Architect / Project Manager with a background in government building design solutions to join our Phoenix, AZ office. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of our national portfolio of Federal and Justice work, cultivating new opportunities and relationships both regionally and nationally. We are looking for an entrepreneurial candidate who builds long-term relationships with colleagues, consultants, and clients.

The ideal candidate will have 10 to 15 years of experience working in a multidisciplinary team to deliver complex projects, demonstrating leadership skills that strengthen and support office performance and culture. This role requires engagement in a collaborative work environment where staff can excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and project management of complex projects, including engaging in design meetings, generating ideas, collaborating with staff, and guiding the overall direction and tracking of projects.
• Manage and supervise project teams comprising architects, engineers, and designers for medium to large projects, with a focus on federal, justice, and civic projects.
• Demonstrate critical and creative thinking in design processes, ensuring high-quality outcomes for public clients in Justice and Federal markets.
• Direct non-licensed professionals in designing, producing, and coordinating technical documents and the design process.
• Act as the representative of Shive-Hattery in project and client meetings.
• Support business development efforts, including cultivating new client relationships and expanding the firm’s design practice locally and regionally.
• Apply a thorough understanding of architectural specifications, local, state, and federal building codes, life safety codes, and ADA requirements.
• Design projects with a strong understanding of building systems, particularly within the federal and civic sectors.

Requirements

• 10 to 15+ years of experience in architecture within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Accredited professional degree in architecture (bachelor’s or master’s) or equivalent education and experience.
• Licensure in Arizona or the ability to become licensed in Arizona.
• Proven track record in outward-facing business development and client engagement.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, SpecLink, and Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD, Google SketchUp, and Adobe Suite is beneficial.
• Strong problem-solving skills, excellent verbal and written communication, and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience designing projects of varying scale and complexity within federal and civic sectors.
• U.S. citizenship or current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Skills

• Entrepreneurial spirit with a focus on relationship-building.
• Leadership in multidisciplinary teams and project management.
• High degree of critical and creative thinking in design processes.
• Technical proficiency in design development, 3D modeling, and construction documentation (CD/CA phases).
• Strong understanding of building systems, codes, and specifications.
• Self-motivated with excellent independent problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and over 35 different benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (4 tiers available).
• Voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse, and child.
• Voluntary insurance plans: accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care.
• 8 paid holidays plus PTO.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401K/Roth 401K with company match.
• Overtime bonus and profit-sharing bonus.
• First-time license bonus.
• Tuition reimbursement and financial support for licensure/certification.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Calm meditation and stress relief subscription.