Senior Associate – Healthcare Architecture

About the Role

Jacobs is dedicated to innovating for a better tomorrow by addressing critical challenges in urban development, resilient ecosystems, mission-critical industries, scientific progress, and advanced manufacturing. We translate visionary concepts into impactful realities that positively transform society.

In this role as Senior Associate – Healthcare Architecture, you will serve as a pivotal leader within our expanding Health Architecture team in New Zealand. Collaborating closely with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project groups, you will contribute to the design and delivery of sophisticated healthcare facilities that advance patient care, enhance staff well-being, and streamline operational effectiveness.

You will provide both design and technical leadership on major healthcare infrastructure projects, nurture enduring client partnerships, and guide projects from initial conception through to completion. Working alongside a seasoned national and international healthcare architecture team, you will also mentor emerging professionals and contribute to growing our health portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer expert design and technical leadership for significant healthcare projects.
• Develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with clients and diverse stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams effectively across multiple technical disciplines.
• Support project progression from early planning and briefing stages through to final delivery.
• Mentor and foster growth among junior and emerging staff within the healthcare architecture studio.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Registered Architect or equivalent professional accreditation required.
• Extensive experience in managing complex healthcare projects or similarly regulated technical environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of healthcare facility planning, design methodologies, and project delivery workflows.
• Proven ability to manage client interfaces and engage successfully with multiple stakeholder groups.
• Capability to lead multidisciplinary teams and integrate diverse technical specializations.
• Strong commercial insight with a track record of contributing to successful project outcomes.
• Exceptional communication skills, including influencing, presentation, and relationship-building abilities.
• A deep commitment to designing environments that enrich community wellbeing.

Why Join Jacobs?

• Work on iconic, impactful projects that contribute meaningful societal benefits.
• Be part of an inclusive culture that prioritizes wellbeing and professional development.
• Gain access to career growth opportunities both locally and globally.
• Benefit from flexible work arrangements supportive of work-life balance.
• Engage in a workplace culture welcoming of diverse experiences and perspectives.

Inclusion and Wellbeing

Jacobs fosters an inclusive and diverse environment that values unique perspectives and backgrounds, essential for innovation and learning. We are dedicated to supporting employee wellbeing through comprehensive benefits including parental leave, fertility and family formation support, menopause and hormone treatments, and a wealth of emotional, physical, and financial wellness resources.

This commitment has earned us recognition for gender equality and workplace equality across multiple years and indexes.

Cultural Support and Flexibility

Applications from Māori and Pasifika individuals are strongly encouraged. We offer culturally safe interview processes with the option to include family or cultural representatives on interview panels. Our hybrid working policy balances in-office presence with remote work to foster collaboration while accommodating employee needs.

Application Support

We are attentive to making the recruitment experience inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations or support during the application process, please notify the recruitment team.