Architecture Studio Leader - Christchurch

About the role

WSP, a global professional services firm, is seeking an Architecture Studio Leader for its Christchurch office. The role provides strategic leadership for the Architecture discipline, overseeing a local team, managing tier‑3 projects and driving business development to deliver high‑quality client outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Set overall direction and performance of the Architecture discipline within the NZ Property & Buildings business.
• Lead and develop the local architectural team, attracting, retaining and motivating talent.
• Manage tier‑3 architectural projects, ensuring appropriate staffing, resources and clear accountability.
• Drive business development and maintain strong client and interdisciplinary relationships.
• Achieve annual contribution margin targets through effective project delivery, utilisation and cost management.
• Apply commercial and technical rigour to project pricing, risk management, contract compliance and budgeting.
• Ensure technical quality of outputs, provide guidance on complex design challenges and support team training.
• Identify and position strategically important opportunities early.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in an architectural practice or consultancy.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of meeting financial targets.
• Excellent client relationship management and business development skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and develop multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to high standards of design quality and continuous improvement.

Required skills