OHA Design and Project Management Ltd is a growing design and project management company specialising in building design, residential developments, renovations and construction related projects. We are looking for a motivated Building Designer to join our team and contribute to a range of building design and development projects.

About the Role

As a Building Designer, you will be responsible for developing building concepts, design solutions and detailed documentation for new buildings, renovations and extensions. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Consults with builders, clients and consultants to understand design requirements and gather feedback on building designs
  •  Prepares initial design models for engineering and estimation purposes using BIM
  • Takes measurements and dimensions, and performs other routine calculations for building or renovation design layouts
  •  Provides design recommendations to clients based on factors such as budget, building site constraints, and overall feasibility
  • Produces architectural documentation for sketch design and to support applications to councils
  •  Prepares building designs, models, concepts and estimations using CAD, 3D modelling and BIM software
  •  Ensures building, renovation and extension designs comply with regulations and standards, and client, certifier and consultant requirements

Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor of planning, building design, architect OR at least 3 years work experience
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
  • Good communication skills and ability to work with clients, consultants, builders and other project stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet agreed deadlines.

Working Place, hours, Wages level and other benefit

  •  Work in Albany, Auckland
  •  Standard Hours: 30-45 hours per week
  •  including weekends, if our schedule requires.
  • Remuneration: NZD $30-35 per hour

Next steps:

If you believe you are a suitable candidate, then we encourage you to apply and join us. Please send your CV we will contact any suitable candidate as soon as possible. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any queries.

 

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • What is your working rights in New Zealand