Urban Designer

2 weeks ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Harrison Grierson Full time

We're committed to investing in our people and creating 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 salary + contemporary office space
  • Chance to interact with clients across a wide range of projects
  • Work within a diverse and supportive team that is passionate about providing mentoring opportunities
  • 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

About the role

We are looking for a new Urban Designer to join our Design Studio 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. We are 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.

The principal purpose of the role is to bring your technical expertise and urban design thinking to a diverse and exciting range of urban design projects from scoping right through to consenting. These varied projects will include feasibility studies, master planning,concept designs and subdivisions. This is a dynamic role where you will have the opportunity to contribute to design, manage deliverables, drive forward thinking solutions and continue your own career development journey in urban design.

Your skills and experience

We're looking for an Intermediate Urban Designer that is on the path to becoming a Senior Urban Designer or a newly promoted Senior Urban Designer that is passionate about continuing their career development journey

You might have a range of different experiences that could be interesting to us but most importantly we believe a positive attitude, willingness to learn, thinking 'outside of the box' and desire to challenge yourself is what will really make you great for this role.

If you have qualifications and experience in the following areas, then this role could be right for you

  • 5-7 years' work experience delivering relevant urban design projects
  • Strong technical proficiency (including AutoCAD, Adobe CS and Sketchup)
  • Excellent knowledge of multi-disciplinary urban development projects including the application of urban design principles
  • Brilliant design creativity and eye for detail
  • Master of Urban Design (MUrbDes)
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills plus the ability to establish collaborative relationships at multiple levels
  • 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
  • Personal leadership, motivation and self-management skills

About us

For almost 140 years, Harrison Grierson has been engineering the future of New Zealand and, through our many diverse projects, we continue to make our mark on tomorrow. 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.

If you're ready for your next adventure, apply online now or for a confidential chat, contact our Talent Business Partner, Ben on

Diversity & Inclusion at Harrison Grierson

We believe in building strength through diversity. 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.

Job code 21976

Posted on 23 May 2024

Closes on 30 Jun :55

Location Auckland

Job level Experienced (2-5 years), Experienced (5-10 years)

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