Are you a highly autonomous and experienced architect eager to lead meaningful residential projects within a dynamic boutique studio? This is a unique opportunity to step into a role where your expertise will directly influence highly personal, detailed, and sustainable design solutions for a diverse client base.
The studio prides itself on close client collaboration, meticulous attention to detail, and pushing innovative passive house principles, all within a supportive yet fast-paced environment. If you thrive on managing projects end-to-end, guiding design ideas into reality, and working closely with clients, this role offers a fulfilling platform to elevate your career while making a real impact on the Sydney residential landscape.
If you are a confident, resourceful architect with a passion for bespoke residential work, sustainable design, and nuanced client relationships, this position offers a compelling opportunity to shape the future of Sydney’s private housing landscape. We welcome your application for a role where your expertise will truly be valued and developed.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of residential projects, predominantly alterations and additions within Sydney, guiding them from concept through to completion with minimal supervision.
- Manage all aspects of project delivery, including leading design development, managing site visits, and coordinating documentation, ensuring high-quality standards and client satisfaction.
- Collaborate closely with clients to develop tailored design solutions that reflect their personal needs and aspirations, fostering long-term relationships.
- Oversee project workflows, ensuring adherence to passive house constraints, sustainability standards, and planning regulations.
- Coordinate with external consultants, site visits, and contractors, managing client-site interactions and ensuring smooth project progression.
- Facilitate collaborative design sessions, then independently drive projects forward, demonstrating leadership and strong design sensibility.
Skills and Experience
- 8-12 years proven experience in residential architecture, including alterations, additions, and conservation projects within Sydney.
- Strong proficiency in Revit is essential; experience with other CAD tools and an interest in passive house design are highly desirable.
- Demonstrated success in managing projects independently, from initial concept to site visits and delivery.
- Exceptional client management skills, with a personable and detail-oriented approach, capable of working closely with homeowners.
- Resilient and adaptable, comfortable working in a boutique studio environment with fluctuating project cash flow.
- Experience working with or managing outsourced documentation, with a keen eye for quality control.
- Ability to balance hands-on design involvement with project management and administrative responsibilities.
Benefits and Culture
- Hybrid working model and the opportunity to work in a close-knit studio environment, primarily based in a vibrant Parramatta Rd office.
- The chance to lead meaningful projects that prioritise sustainable passive house principles, conservation strategies, and personal client engagement.
- Engage in a variety of projects, including active construction sites, with opportunities to develop systems aligned with innovative, sustainable design.
- Be part of a studio that values strong personal relationships, collaborative design, and professional growth.
- Flexibility to work in a role that offers a blend of design leadership, project management, and client interaction in a supportive setting.
