Summary

• Award-winning architectural studio
• Global design practice
• Full-time, Permanent

About DKO

We are a celebrated, multidisciplinary design practice with a team of over 230 professionals across six studios in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. Our portfolio includes diverse projects such as bespoke residences, luxury hotels, innovative hospitality and workplace interiors, urban design, large-scale master planning, and landscape architecture. At DKO, our workplace culture is shaped by our core values, fostering a safe, inclusive, and diverse environment where our people can excel.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Architectural Graduates to join our dynamic Auckland team. In this role, you will design and develop various residential, mixed-use and hotel projects, guiding them from concept to completion.

Duties include:

• Develop concept designs by both hand and CAD applications
• Working collaboratively, contribute to projects from inception to completion
• Interpret and apply regulatory and statutory framework to work
• Undertake work in relation to Resource Consent submissions
• Support the team with feasibility studies, identifying site constraints and opportunities
• Promotes the practice in a positive way within the industry

Skills & Experience:

• Degree in Architecture
• 2+ years’ experience in an architectural studio environment
• Solid drafting and graphic presentation skills
• Competent with CAD software (DKO uses Archi CAD)
• Knowledge of relevant New Zealand building codes and standards
• Effective communication, whether written, visual, or verbal
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
• Solid organisation, time management and coordination

What We Offer:

• Work in an award-winning studio with a focus on equity and inclusion
• Work in a friendly, supportive, fun and creative team environment
• Opportunities for career progression
• Exposure to projects across New Zealand
• Professional memberships
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Wellness initiatives and social events
• Generous parental leave policy

Remuneration:

Commensurate with experience and ability

How to Apply

Please send through a letter of application and a current resume/portfolio careers@dko.com.au Please include Architectural Graduate – Auckland in the subject line.
We will ensure all applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Apply to careers@dko.com.au