Intermediate Architectural Designer - Green Homes Christchurch
Green Homes is looking for an experienced Intermediate Architectural Designer to join our Christchurch team.
If you’re passionate about creating beautiful, functional and energy-efficient homes, have a solid understanding of residential design and are confident working in Archicad, we’d love to hear from you
You’ll work closely with our designers, sales consultants, and wider team, taking projects through the various stages of design - from initial concepts through to detailed design, consent plans and council documentation.
This is a great opportunity to join a progressive residential building company where good design, sustainability and attention to detail are genuinely valued.
What you’ll be doing
Developing innovative, functional and sustainable residential designs
Working across projects from concept design through to consent and construction documentation
Producing and refining architectural drawings using Archicad
Working closely with clients, sales consultants, designers and the wider team to bring projects to life
Ensuring designs meet client requirements, relevant regulations and industry standards
Contributing ideas that improve design outcomes, processes and workflow
Keeping up to date with emerging design trends, technologies, materials and sustainable building practices
Supporting the wider design team to deliver high-quality projects efficiently and consistently
Maintaining a good eye for detail and ensuring documentation is accurate and to a high standard
What we’re looking for
Relevant architectural or design qualification
Solid experience with Archicad
Experience in residential architectural design with multi-unit capability
A Homestar professional or you have an interest in training towards this
Good understanding of the design and consenting process in New Zealand
Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
Ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
Very strong communication and collaboration skills
A creative, practical and solutions-focused approach
An interest in sustainable, energy-efficient and future-focused home design
An LBP Design qualification would be an advantage
Experience with D5 or similar rendering software, or willingness to learn it
What we offer
A supportive and collaborative team environment
The opportunity to work on a range of residential design projects
A progressive company committed to sustainable and energy-efficient homes
A workplace where creativity, innovation and good design are encouraged
Competitive remuneration based on experience
The opportunity to develop your skills and grow with a forward-thinking New Zealand residential building brand
Ready to design smarter, live greener and build better?
If you're an experienced Architectural Designer ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a team creating better homes for Kiwi families, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV, cover letter and portfolio.
A New Zealand work visa or permanent residency is required.