Senior Sustainable Design Architect - Green Building Leader

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sustainable Design Architect for our Queenstown-based practice. You will lead the integration of sustainable design strategies across projects, drive energy modeling, and oversee certification processes (Green Star, LEED).

You will mentor junior architects, collaborate with clients and consultants, and ensure environmental performance aligns with budgets and timelines. A Master’s in Architecture with a sustainability focus and 8+ years’ experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with a specialization in sustainable design.
• 8+ years of architectural design experience with sustainability focus.
• Knowledge of Green Star / LEED and building performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of sustainable design strategies across project phases.
• Conduct energy modeling, daylight analysis, and life cycle assessments.
• Research and specify sustainable materials and construction methods.
• Oversee green building certification processes (Green Star, LEED).
• Collaborate with clients and teams to set sustainability goals.
• Mentor junior architects in sustainable design practices.
• Ensure objectives meet budgets and timelines.

Skills

Energy modeling

Sustainability strategy

Communication

Team leadership

Building performance

Research skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Sustainability assessment tools

Building performance simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sustainable Design Architect for our Queenstown-based practice. You will lead the integration of sustainable design strategies across projects, drive energy modeling, and oversee certification processes (Green Star, LEED).

You will mentor junior architects, collaborate with clients and consultants, and ensure environmental performance aligns with budgets and timelines. A Master’s in Architecture with a sustainability focus and 8+ years’ experience are preferred.