Architectural Graduate

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Ignite Architects Full time
Enjoy a professional, highly engaged, and positive social culture

  • Join a dynamic and highly respected multidisciplinary led practice
  • Opportunity to grow and develop

About Ignite.


With more than 30 years' experience in Architecture, Planning, and Interior & Urban Design, the Ignite studio creates enriching experiences and inspiring places that add real-world value.

Our multi-disciplinary team spans 6 design studios across New Zealand and Australia.

Culture.
For us it starts with people. At Ignite we pride ourselves on being an open and communicative firm, who puts our people and clients first. We believe that the work we do can improve human outcomes and contribute to our collective future.

Our people are friendly and approachable, we are a social bunch with an active social club, and we promote a non-hierarchical structure that encourages leadership from every chair.


Your new role.
We are looking for an expereinced Graduate to join our Christchurch Office on a full time basis. Join us in the opportunity to work on some exciting and meaningful projects across a range of scales.

  • Under direction, participate in entire project design phases of small to medium sized projects or a section of a large project from concept design to the construction phase.
  • Collaborate with project team members and other consultants to ensure that ongoing works are consistent with delegated instruction.
  • Develop concepts using freehand sketch, presentation packages and documentation tools.

About you
You will have ambition, drive, and an appetite for success in spades.

In addition, you will possess the following:

  • A relevant tertiary level architectural qualification with 2 + years postgraduate experience
  • Experience working on large scale residential and / or commercial projects within NZ.
  • Have a good passion and understanding of sustainable building design and green building rating systems, ideally with relevant accreditation in Passive house, Greenstar or Homestar etc.
  • Proficiency in Revit and Sketchup
  • Experience in adobe suite (Photoshop, Indesign etc.) and Enscape will be an advantage
  • A good working knowledge and understanding of the NZ building codes and standards
  • Experience in dealing with resource consent and building consent documentation and procedures
  • Good understanding of construction techniques, detailing and building materials
  • The ability to develop elements of design from concept sketch to detailed models/drawings
  • Strong ability to communicate with team members
  • Have excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work efficiency
  • Resilient, pragmatic, and positive cando attitude with a sense of pride in your work
  • Great problemsolving skills, with a good ability to work independently and as part of teams with a clear drive for results to achieve project outcomes
  • Continuous learner who is passionate about property development, architecture, and the building industry

What you will receive

  • A vibrant and creative team environment that is centred around our people you will enjoy our modern workspace, with a family feel and a sense of belonging where everyone is welcomed, supported, and respected for the strengths and heard for the voice/ideas they bring.
  • Over time this role offers opportunities for an excellent grounding across the full range of Architectural experience areas.
  • We pride ourselves on having professional development pathways that provide clarity and transparency about how our people are recognised and rewarded. You tell us which direction you want to head or what sort of projects you need experience on.
  • Opportunity to work with a passionate, supportive and highly engaged team of super talented people.
  • Competitive salary and flexibility in the way you work
  • Work closely with talented collaborative professional group of technicians, architects, and designers to enable you to continuously develop.
  • Looking to become Registered? We have a fantastic Graduate Program that will see you attending structured sessions, weekend workshops and mock panels with your peers. You will have the opportunity to join a study group with people at the same level of experience as you, who can help encourage and nurture your success.


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