Isthmus is an award-winning design studio that blends architecture, landscape and urban design. Established in 1988, our kaupapa is based on deepening the relationships between land, people and culture.

We now have an opportunity for an experienced Intermediate Landscape Architect to join our Tāmaki Makaurau studio. Preferably you will have built a diverse portfolio of project experience, with an inspiring approach to design and high-quality documentation skills; have experience in site observation, and be confident with clients, consultants and contractors.

You'll be:

• Playing an important role in the team – contributing to design projects within our wider collaborative team environment.
• Supporting complex jobs with design-led and technically innovative solutions, while understanding the wider project context.
• Working on a diverse range of inspiring and impactful projects across a range of sectors including parks, streetscape, education, recreation, landscape infrastructure and masterplanning.
• Applying the breadth of your skills across a role where your creativity and technical ability will come to the fore and continue to grow.

You'll have:

• 4- 6+ years' experience
• Design-led conceptual thinking coupled with a drive for excellence, innovation and creativity.
• The ability and confidence to make timely decisions.
• Naturally creative and critical thinking, bringing design and planning solutions and using research to inform and test ideas.
• A passion for sustainability, innovation and strong interest in or knowledge of, Te Ao Māori.
• Design project management and site observation experience
• Strong relationship building skills, fostering positive working relationships with clients and acting as a valuable mentor for more junior landscape architects.
• Excitement about collaborating within our design-led studio environment.
• Technical skills across construction techniques & documentation software.
• A degree in Landscape Architecture and working toward registration with NZILA.

We believe in the good that comes from collaborating and creating together. We love giving back to our team, from supporting your professional development and career growth, to cultivating a culture we're proud of. Joining a supportive group of people with common values, you'll find a design-led studio environment sparked by curiosity, creativity, tenacity and authenticity.

If you're hungry for a rewarding role with our team, please send us your CV with a portfolio of the work you're most proud of.