Registered Architect

MODE; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time 37.5-hour week

Referral bonus

Mentoring and career development

Job summary

MODE, a multidisciplinary architectural design practice, invites an experienced Architect to join our Auckland Studio in a full-time, permanent capacity. The role focuses on delivering high-quality design, documentation and construction outcomes across projects in New Zealand and Australia.

You will lead a project team, mentor junior staff, manage design development and coordinate with clients, consultants and internal teams to meet deadlines and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Architecture recognised in New Zealand and current Architectural Registration.
• Strong design, documentation and technical capability across project stages.
• Ability to coordinate sub-consultants and support delivery within time/quality/scope parameters.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual designs, design development and construction documentation for a range of project types.
• Coordinate compliance with codes, standards and WHS requirements.
• Support studio operations including fee proposals, tenders and business development activities.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Team mentoring

Client liaison

Education

NZ Architecture degree + registration

Tools

Revit

BIM workflows

Job description

MODE is a multidisciplinary architectural design practice with 35 years’ experience delivering better environments for communities, clients, and partners throughout New Zealand and Australia. Our network of 9 studios allows us to deeply understand and engage with local communities and cities where we operate. As a result, our projects are varied and contextual, delivering an experience as unique as the places we work in and the people we work with.

Our multidisciplinary team works across sectors:

• Open Space and Urban Design
• Sport and Recreation
• Residential
• Commercial and Aviation
• Health and Aged Care
• Education
• Infrastructure
• Defence
• Law and Order

Architect (Registered Architect)

We are looking to expand our team of talented and dedicated people to collaborate on projects throughout New Zealand and Australia. We are seeking an experienced Architect to join our Auckland Studio in a full time, permanent capacity, supporting our multidisciplinary teams.

Skills & Experience

Architects work under the direction of the Studio Directors, requiring close working relationships with their project team at MODE to deliver high quality design, documentation and construction outcomes. They will lead their team in a highly effective manner which includes mentoring and overviewing Architects and junior staff as appropriate to meet deadlines and project requirements.

Profile and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will have

• Qualifications & Industry Knowledge: Tertiary qualification in Architecture recognised in New Zealand and current Architectural Registration. Strong understanding of local and national planning regulations, legislation, and construction codes.
• Design & Technical Capability: Demonstrated experience across multiple project stages with strong design, documentation and technical capability. Ability to contribute to conceptual design, design development and construction documentation.
• Project Coordination & Delivery Capability: Proven ability to contribute to project coordination and support delivery of multiple tasks within agreed time, quality and scope parameters.
• Stakeholder & Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, consultants and internal teams, and motivation to exceed client expectations. Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Design Technology & BIM Capability: Proficiency in Revit and BIM workflows with the ability to contribute to high quality project documentation and coordination. Advanced Revit and BIM knowledge will be highly regarded.

You will be able to

• Contribute to Design and Delivery: Prepare conceptual designs, design development documentation and construction documentation across a range of project types and sectors.
• Coordinate Compliance and Client Requirements: Assist in coordinating sub-consultants, documentation and approvals while supporting compliance with codes, standards and WHS requirements.
• Support Studio Operations: Support studio operations through assisting with fee proposals, tenders and business development activities, while contributing positively to team culture, BIM processes and mentoring of junior staff where appropriate.

Why join our Team?

• Enjoy full-time pay while working a 37.5-hour week, giving you more time for life outside the studio.
• Join a collaborative, design-led firm with studios across New Zealand and Australia, where creativity, knowledge sharing, and great design are valued.
• Build your career across our studio network, with opportunities to work on diverse projects and transfer between locations.
• Invest in your professional growth through:
  • Structured mentoring and career development
  • Access to internal and external learning opportunities
  • Study leave for approved professional development and registration requirements
• Receive a referral bonus when you help us grow our team by referring successful new employees.
• Be part of a connected studio culture, with regular social events, team celebrations, and opportunities to build lasting professional relationships.

If your personal values align with MODE’s, you have a creative mindset and aren't afraid to think outside the ‘orange’ box, we’d love to hear from you.

It is a legal requirement for all New Zealand employers to ensure any individual they employ has the right to work in New Zealand, proof of eligibility will be requested in our application process.