Senior Landscape Architect
Wellington
About Harrison Grierson:
Harrison Grierson is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading urban development engineering and design consultancies. We're recognised for our innovation, knowledge and outstanding client service, and for being a great place to work. Using the latest technologies and ideas, we shape new and sustainable environments, making life better for everyone. We have long standing clients and are of a size where we can take on the big projects whilst maintaining that personable feel.
We'd describe ourselves as determined, accountable and everything we do is done with integrity. Our clients are at the centre of what we do, we build a sound understanding of their needs and deliver creative solutions. It's fair to say that our exceptional people are at the heart of our success.
About the role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Landscape Architect to join our Design Studio. This position can be permanent or a fixed term contract of at least six months; we are flexible and open to discussing options with the right candidate.
Our Design Studio consists of leading urban designers and landscape architects who create holistic designs that combine considerations for our future generations and unique identity that makes Aotearoa special. Our Design Studio is a key part of HG's multi-disciplinary service, so you will be working and learning alongside our wider teams of engineers, planners, environmental specialists and surveyors to achieve fully-integrated design outcomes.
As a Senior Landscape Architect, you’ll combine your creative and technical expertise to lead thoughtful designs that shape the future of our local communities. From small and unique to complex large scale, your projects won’t just determine how we live, but also how we interact with our environment, each other and the world around us.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the completion of single and multi-disciplinary projects from concept to construction to bring environmental considerations and our community together.
- Develop creative concepts and provide practical landscape architecture guidance.
- Use landscape architecture software (such as CAD software, Adobe CS and Sketchup) to provide solutions, reports and drawings.
- Work collaboratively with our Design Studio and communicate proactively with clients to build long-term and meaningful relationships.
- Guide and coach junior team members to support their career growth.
Your skills and experience:
If you don’t meet every requirement listed below, we still welcome you to apply or reach out for a discussion. We value diverse and unique experiences that could contribute to our Design Studio.
- 7 years’ experience delivering relevant urban design projects from master planning/concept design, contract documentation and contract administration.
- A tertiary qualification in Landscape Architecture (NZILA registered is a bonus).
- Strong technical proficiency (including CAD software such as Vectorworks, Adobe CS and Sketchup).
- Excellent knowledge of multi-disciplinary urban development projects including the application of urban design principles.
- Brilliant design creativity and knowledge of sustainable design principles and practices.
- Experience in implementing Te Aranga principles into designs and a desire to create collaborative outcomes with tangata whenua.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills plus the ability to establish collaborative relationships at multiple levels.
- Personal leadership, motivation and self-management skills.
Why join HG?
We're committed to investing in our people and empowering industry leaders; therefore, we will provide you with the support, learning, and development to help you grow and take the next step. We have a team-based culture set in a creative and supportive work environment. Work life balance is something we pride ourselves on, so we have flexible hours to support you achieving that.
- Competitive remuneration and benefits package
- Chance to lead across a wide range of urban development projects
- Work within a diverse, creative and supportive team
- Professional development opportunities including mentoring, fully subsidised membership fees and ProjectYOU; A project dedicated to your personal growth and career development
- Active Social Club and flexible working culture
- HG Shareholding Opportunities with our Shares Trading Scheme
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Harrison Grierson
We believe in building strength through diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and experiences. Our purpose is to create an inclusive and collaborative culture where everyone feels they belong, irrespective of race, gender, disability, culture, medical or any other qualities. We foster an environment where people are truly welcomed, respected, and valued for who they are, and where one can be themselves without the judgement of others based on qualities that may be different from others.
We are a proud founding partner of the Diversity Agenda Accord, which is focused on helping the engineering and architecture professions become more diverse and inclusive.
If this opportunity is of interest and you enjoy working with a creative, inclusive and supportive team of professionals then please submit your application including a portfolio of your work.
For a confidential chat, contact our Talent Business Partner, Ben on 09 212 6569.
