Architectural Technician / Architectural Designer

ata; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ata is seeking a talented architectural professional to join our Mount Maunganui studio in Tauranga. You may be an Architect, Architectural Designer or Architectural Technician, contributing to design, documentation and client engagement throughout construction.

The role emphasizes ArchiCAD proficiency, residential project experience in New Zealand, and a collaborative, curious mindset to support studio growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with ArchiCAD on residential projects in New Zealand.
• Strong design talent with an eye for detail in high-end homes.
• Curiosity and desire to contribute to project and studio growth.
• Grounded and personable, good collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical documentation for projects.
• Engage with clients and coordinate through construction phases.

Skills

ArchiCAD

Residential architecture

Design talent

Curiosity

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

ata is looking for a talented architectural professional to join our award-winning studio in Mount Maunganui. You may be an Architect, Architectural Designer or Architectural Technician. Depending on your experience and interests, the role could involve architectural design, technical documentation, consultant coordination, client engagement and involvement through construction.

Key responsibilities

• Technical documentation
• Client engagement and involvement through construction

About you

• Highly proficient in ArchiCAD
• Proven experience working on residential architecture projects in New Zealand
• Experience in high-end residential design, alterations or complex existing buildings (strong advantage)
• Design talent and technical ability
• Curiosity and desire to contribute meaningfully to projects and studio growth
• Grounded and personable

About us

ata is an exploratory design studio with a growing portfolio of carefully considered residential projects. We value design talent, technical ability, curiosity and people who want to contribute meaningfully to both our projects and the continued growth of the studio. Our culture is relaxed, energetic and collaborative, while the standard of professionalism we bring to our work, clients and consultants is uncompromising.