Architectural Technician

CO-STUDIO Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Practice Manager | Executive @ CO-STUDIO | Leading Architectural Practice Operations

Co-Studio is an established Christchurch architecture practice delivering education, community, commercial, and residential projects across Aotearoa.

We're looking for an experienced Architectural Graduate or Technician to join our team on a 12-month contract to provide maternity leave cover, supporting project delivery through all stages of design and documentation.

About the Role

You'll be involved in documenting projects across all design phases, including conceptual design, 3D modelling, detailing, and preparing construction drawing packages.

You'll coordinate with consultants, liaise with suppliers, and apply sound technical knowledge to deliver well-resolved documentation.

We use Revit as our primary design platform, so you'll need to be highly proficient and confident working in BIM environments.

You'll work collaboratively within a team and be capable of leading smaller projects independently, under the guidance and supervision of our senior team, contributing to the technical quality and coordination of our work.

Skills and Experience

A relevant architectural qualification such as NDAT, or BAS and MArch (Prof)

Minimum 7+ years' professional experience in architectural documentation and delivery

Advanced Revit skills, with solid BIM knowledge in the Autodesk Construction Cloud environment

Experience with Masterspec and specification writing

Strong understanding of the New Zealand Building Code, standards, and consenting processes

Confident communicator who can work effectively within a team and independently

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Why Co-Studio

We offer a supportive and friendly studio environment in the heart of vibrant Christchurch city, exposure to a diverse range of projects, and the opportunity to work alongside a team that values collaboration, practical design, and professional growth.

Applicants must

Provide a CV / resume and portfolio or evidence of work demonstrating experience in the education, community, and commercial sectors

Be eligible to work in New Zealand

Be based in Christchurch

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

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