Aug. 14, 2026

Sr. Architect – Healthcare

SHIVE-HATTERY INC Des Moines, Iowa

This role supports business development by maintaining strong relationships with clients, design partners, and contractors, and collaborating with our creative strategy team to craft project proposals. Lead and contribute to all phases of healthcare projects, including programming, planning, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration Serve as a client-facing leader, participating in and often leading user group meetings, stakeholder workshops, and design presentations Translate clinical and operational needs into clear, functional, and buildable architectural solutions Coordinate with internal disciplines and external consultants to ensure seamless integration of architecture, engineering, and interior design Apply strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and codes (FGI Guidelines, IBC, accessibility standards) to support compliant, safe, and efficient facilities Lead or support Quality Assurance and Quality Control reviews to maintain high standards of accuracy, constructability, and design intent Mentor and support less-experienced staff, contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement Contribute to proposal development, interviews, and client pursuits as part of growing Shive-Hattery’s healthcare practice A large pool of resources in a 600+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients to Design What Matters to make the world a better place. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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