Sr. Architect – Healthcare

Shive-Hattery is seeking a Healthcare Architect to join our growing Healthcare Practice Area to work directly with healthcare clients and multi-disciplined design teams on projects of all scales. This role is ideal for an architect who is passionate about healthcare environments, values collaboration with clients and clinicians, and is motivated to shape projects that improve patient care, staff efficiency, and long-term operational success. 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. The position would also include assisting with project management to develop the project plan, structure the team and assignments, and ensure deliverables.

What sets this role apart?

Opportunity to work on high-impact healthcare projects across Iowa and the Midwest, including community hospitals, academic medical centers, and specialty care facilities
Strong emphasis on developing client relationships and long-term partnerships
A collaborative culture that values professional growth, leadership development, and work-life integration
The ability to influence how healthcare architecture is practiced within the firm and region

Key responsibilities include:

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

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with demonstrated experience in healthcare planning and design (acute care, outpatient, or specialty facilities)
Licensure is required
Advanced professional accreditation preferred (ie: EDAC, WELL AP, CHID, ACHA)
Strong understanding of healthcare codes, regulations, and operational workflows
Familiarity with Revit, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office and healthcare documentation standards
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage clinicians, administrators, and project teams
Interest in mentoring, leadership, and advancing the quality of healthcare design

Why Shive-Hattery?

You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. 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. Our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration, and you’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally.

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
401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
Overtime Bonus
Profit Sharing Bonus
First Time License Bonus
Professional Development Opportunities
Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
...And Many More!

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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.

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.

4125 Westown Parkway, Suite 100
West Des Moines, IA 50266

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