Shive-Hattery

Shive-Hattery

Architectural and engineering consulting services

Civil Design Professional - Water/Wastewater Group

Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry, Junior
Bachelor's
Bettendorf, IA, USA
Hybrid

Primarily office or hybrid work, with travel to project sites, other offices, or client meetings.

No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited engineering school.
  • Have 0 to 3 years of experience.
  • Internship or summer experience in general civil engineering or construction is a plus.
  • Have passed or be scheduled to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
  • Have an interest in evaluating, studying, and designing water and wastewater pipelines, pump stations, and treatment systems.
  • Be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Have AutoCAD Civil 3D experience.
  • Read and understand construction engineering plans and drawings, including sheet references and layering.
  • Be able to drive and have access to an automobile.
  • Have a full clean driver's license.
  • Be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Responsibilities
  • Perform a combination of design and fieldwork assignments.
  • Apply engineering principles and use engineering and design software.
  • Collaborate with design teams, clients, and engineers on multidisciplinary teams.
  • Support the evaluation, study, and design of water and wastewater pipelines, pump stations, and treatment systems.
  • Manage time and workload through planning, organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
  • Travel to project sites, other company office locations, or client meetings as needed.
  • Work at a computer for extended periods and perform site-related physical activities, including wearing personal protective equipment and navigating active construction sites.
  • Lift light to medium-weight objects of up to 50 pounds and climb ladders or work from elevated platforms and open grating when required.
  • Submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio for consideration.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong aptitude for learning engineering systems and workflows.
  • Early exposure to discipline-specific tools.
  • Attention to detail in calculations and documentation.
  • Willingness to support the team and develop a technical foundation.
  • Effective written and oral communication.
  • A service-oriented approach to existing and potential clients.

About the company

Shive-Hattery provides architecture and engineering consulting services, offering customized design and engineering solutions that fit a client’s business needs. The firm works by combining architectural and engineering expertise with a deep understanding of each client’s operations, delivering solutions and ongoing support that feel like an extension of the client’s staff rather than a one-time project. What sets them apart is their emphasis on building long-term relationships and acting as a trusted advisor, not just completing a set of tasks. The goal is to be a reliable partner that clients turn to for ongoing guidance and support throughout their projects and beyond.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Founded

1895

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What believers are saying

  • Montgomery Roth added Houston on September 30, 2025, strengthening Southwest market access.
  • KdG added St. Louis on February 27, 2025, broadening Midwest hospitality and gaming reach.
  • South Bend moved downtown in May 2026, signaling active local commitment and retention focus.

What critics are saying

  • Integrating KdG and Montgomery Roth strains culture, margins, and client continuity through 2026.
  • Architecture demand concentrates in project cycles; any office underutilization hits a 650-person platform fast.
  • Repeated acquisitions create existential risk if debt, goodwill, or principal departures outrun revenue synergies.

What makes Shive-Hattery unique

  • Shive-Hattery runs 17 offices and 650 employees, enabling national delivery from Iowa.
  • Its 2025 KdG and Montgomery Roth deals add hospitality, gaming, and government depth.
  • Jennifer Bennett, eighth president since 1895, continues disciplined acquisition-led expansion.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Overtime Bonus

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Budget

Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

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Quad Cities Regional Business Journal
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PR Newswire
Sep 30th, 2025
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The Times of Northwest Indiana
Feb 29th, 2024
Shive-Hattery expands by acquiring architecture firm in Pacific Northwest

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Northwest Indiana Business Magazine
Feb 28th, 2024
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