Principal Design Manager (North Shore)

• Manage the design and consultancy business within the Group
• Provide expert technical advice and guidance
• Wide variety of commercial property development projects

Our client has a successful 20 year track record of commercial property development, and has an impressive pipeline of major commercial developments scheduled in the 5 – 10 year horizon.

The role:

This role is a critical leadership role, where you will be managing the design and consultancy business arm for the Group, to deliver architectural services that are “Best in Class” while maintaining financial and strategic goals. You will be reporting directly to the Group CEO.

As Principal Design Manager, you will be actively leading the team that include: a Project Leader, Architectural Technicians and a Graphic and Marketing Designer.

Key deliverables include:

• Managing the design team through all phases from design development to delivery
• Ensure that the team develop innovative designs that promote efficiency and quality in all the commercial property developments
• Provide expert technical advice
• Strategize, plan and manage the design process including proposals and engagement of consulting designers
• Prepare construction programs
• Regular reporting – including monthly Board reporting

The person:

• Tertiary Qualification: B. Arch, NZCD (Arch) or similar
• Certification: Registered Architect (NZ) or Licensed Building Practitioner, Class 3 - (Design)  
• 10+ years’ working experience leading / managing design teams
• Proven experience in all facets including: architectural design; Presentation; Documentation and Site Administration
• Proven ability to strategize, plan, and manage the design process
• Ability to promote efficiency in design and programme duration of the planning, consenting and build processes
• Strong communication /negotiation skills
• Strong knowledge of relevant New Zealand legislation - including Resource Consenting, Building Act, and relevant New Zealand building codes

If you have a strong background in architectural design in the New Zealand commercial property development sector, we are keen to talk to you about this fantastic opportunity. The Company has a great culture - your expertise and experience will be truly valued!

Please APPLY by attaching your CV and brief cover letter.

You must be entitled to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.