Project Lead / Intermediate to Senior Landscape Architect
Auckland Waikato Christchurch
Greenwood Associates is a well-established landscape architectural consultancy delivering high-quality, innovative design solutions throughout New Zealand. With offices in Auckland, Hamilton, and Christchurch, we work across a diverse range of market sectors nationwide including:
- Large-scale residential developments private and government
- Ecological revegetation design
- Private high-end residences
- Public spaces
- Aged care and retirement facilities
We are currently seeking a motivated and design-driven Intermediate (project lead) Landscape Architect to join our Christchurch , Waikato and Auckland offices.
Why Join Greenwood Associates
- Our Established Reputation: Join a long-standing and respected consultancy with a wide-ranging and growing portfolio.
- Career Advancement: We offer excellent opportunities for personal and professional development with real potential for progression.
- Performance-Based Rewards: Enjoy high-level financial incentives for outstanding results in a supportive and empowering environment.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle, within a fun and inclusive office culture.
- Autonomy with Support: Lead your own projects from concept to completion with the guidance of an experienced and collaborative management team.
- Work with the Best: Our team are second to none, with some having over 30 years of experience both nationally and internationally. We can teach you how to improve at your professional skill set and support you while throwing you in the deep end of exciting opportunities.
Your role
You will take responsibility for a variety of exciting projects from inception to completion with the support of senior management. The role provides autonomy and the opportunity to:
- Design your own projects
- Supervise construction
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary consultants and clients
- Contribute to both private and public sector developments
What we’re looking for – A motivated person with aptitude
- A qualification in Landscape Architecture
- Over 4 years of relevant industry experience (all applicants considered)
- Strong conceptual design and development skills
- Competence in Archicad (or AutoCad), Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Photoshop (training available)
- Some experience in construction documentation and detailing
- Plant knowledge and ecological awareness
- Ability to communicate effectively in project meetings
- Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively
- Understanding of the Resource Consent process (preferred)
Services You Can Learn to Perfect
- Landscape visual assessment reports
- Photographic simulations
- Landscape management documentation
- Master planning and urban design
- Detailed design and documentation
- Ecological site assessments
- Construction supervision
Renumeration
Salary will be calculated by professional competence through professional skills, real project experience and ability to self-motivate, and contribute.
Join a team that values you
At Greenwood Associates, we’re passionate about fostering a workplace culture where individual talents are valued, and team collaboration is at the core. We encourage growth, support initiative, and financially reward results.
If you're ready to elevate your career with a company that offers real potential, exciting projects, and a highly supportive environment — we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV, portfolio and preliminary correspondence to: andrew@greenwoodassociates.co.nz 021753959
richard@greenwoodassociates.co.nz 021674114
