Remote Interior Design Consultant Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Description

Let's Do great things-Together

At Shive-Hattery, we believe great design starts with great people. We're a full-service architecture and engineering firm with a legacy of collaboration, innovation, and putting people first, our clients and each other. If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter and your growth is supported, you'll feel at home here.

Why This Role Matters

As an Architect in the Healthcare market with 10+ years of experience you'll play a key role in supporting the firm and shaping projects that make a difference-from concept through completion. You'll collaborate with talented teammates, contribute your expertise, and help us deliver thoughtful, high-quality solutions for those we serve.

What You'll Do 

• 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   
• Assisting with project management to develop the project plan, structure the team and assignments, and ensure deliverables  
• 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 

Requirements

You don't need to check every box to succeed here. If your experience aligns with many of the items below and you're excited about the work we do, we encourage you to apply.

• B.Arch., M.Arch, Interior Design or equivalent degree
• 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 

What will make you stand out 

• 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

Our Commitment to You

Great work happens when you feel secure in your future, confident in your support, and trusted to grow. That's why our benefits support your health, financial stability, and life beyond work - including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, 401(k) retirement savings, disability protection, wellness incentives, and flexibility. When we succeed, you share in that success. Guided by truth, trust, mentoring, and care, we're committed to helping you build a lasting career.

Who We Are

Shive-Hattery is a privately held architecture and engineering consulting firm with design offices across the United States. Here, you'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams delivering integrated design solutions for clients across industries. You'll contribute to meaningful projects guided by our principle to design what matters and make our world a better place. You're looking to build something great. So are we.

Shive-Hattery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

This position is primarily performed in an office or hybrid environment and may require travel to project sites, other Shive-Hattery office locations or to meet with clients. A full clean driver's license is required. The role involves sitting, standing, and working at a computer for extended periods. May also require lifting light to medium weight objects of up to 50 lbs., the wearing of PPE and navigating active construction sites. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. 

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

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.

If this role sounds like a fit for your skills and interests, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us design what matters to make the world a better place. Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, and portfolio for consideration. If you are unable to submit your portfolio due to size constraints, please include a link to your portfolio in your cover letter. 

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:

To protect the interests of all parties, Shive-Hattery and its partners will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from a recruiter or staffing agency who is not operating under an executed recruiting or staffing services contract with Shive-Hattery. Please do not contact our employees directly in that regard or otherwise submit unsolicited candidate information in any form.