Architect - Fixed Term

Own a portfolio of projects and deliver quality architectural outcomes across new builds and village refurbishments

• Unlock your potential in a supportive environment that values your expertise
• Make a meaningful difference in what you do
• Build your capability across multiple project types and stages of delivery

What will you do?

We are looking for a registered Architect to join us on a 12 month fixed term basis to support delivery across a number of new and existing village projects.

As the Architect, you will take ownership of projects, maintain momentum and ensure high quality outcomes across a diverse portfolio. You will lead architectural delivery across multiple projects, working closely with internal teams and external consultants to deliver outcomes aligned to Ryman’s standards for quality, compliance and resident experience.

You will work across a mix of new build developments, village refurbishments and asset management initiatives, including care, serviced apartments and independent living environments. The role spans all project stages, from feasibility through to construction support, requiring strong coordination, technical capability and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Leading architectural delivery across multiple new build and existing village projects, ensuring quality, compliance and strong resident outcomes
• Managing and coordinating external architects, consultants and specialist designers to maintain alignment and momentum
• Overseeing design deliverables, approvals, programme milestones and key project actions to keep projects on track
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and design packages for buildability, operational suitability and overall design integrity
• Identifying and managing design risks across scope, cost, programme and compliance, supporting value management where appropriate
• Providing technical architectural guidance to internal stakeholders

What's in it for you?

If you are the sort of person who loves working with a team of people who work to a clear purpose, you'll love this role!

In addition, a career at Ryman offers:

• Opportunity to add to your professional skills
• Additional wellbeing leave and flexible working arrangements
• Access to over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail
• Social club events, and furry Friday's (bring your dog to work),
• Convenient Ryman owned onsite café (Pioneers Café) with affordable coffee and delicious food options

Who Are You

• You are an experienced Registered Architect or Senior Architectural Designer who can confidently step into live projects and hit the ground running
• You have experience delivering large scale commercial, residential or complex projects, ideally including aged care, healthcare or retirement living
• You bring strong project running capability and are comfortable managing multiple workstreams independently
• You have strong capability in Revit, with experience using BIM 360 or Autodesk Construction Cloud
• You have a solid understanding of New Zealand building compliance and construction processes
• You bring proven experience managing external consultants and multidisciplinary teams

About Ryman Healthcare

Ryman is a leader in retirement living and care, employing over 7,700 people in New Zealand and Australia across a wide range of areas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles.

At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident everything is taken care of – because behind that promise is the standard we’ve always held ourselves to: it’s got to be good enough for mum and dad.

We’re in a period of real transformation, focussing on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care.

If you share those values and you're looking for a career where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.