Project Architect | Multi-Residential

Design & Build Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern office with flexible working

Collaborative design-focused culture

Career progression into leadership

Competitive salary

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment is partnering with a prestigious Sydney architectural practice to appoint a Senior Project Architect for landmark multi-residential projects from design development through completion. You will lead, coordinate consultants, and mentor junior staff while maintaining high design standards and commercial outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years in Australian practice, be registered or working towards registration, and possess strong Revit documentation skills, NCC

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience within an Australian architectural practice.
• Registered Architect or working towards registration.
• Strong understanding of the NCC, Australian Standards, and local planning requirements.
• Proven experience coordinating consultants and delivering multi-residential projects.
• Excellent Revit documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multi-residential projects from DA through to construction.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Produce and review high-quality documentation and technical detailing.
• Ensure projects comply with Australian Building Codes and relevant standards.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, and deliverables.
• Mentor and support graduate and intermediate architects.
• Attend client meetings, site inspections, and contractor coordination meetings.
• Resolve design and technical challenges throughout project delivery and maintain design excellence.

Skills

Client-facing communication

Project leadership

Mentoring junior staff

Revit

Tools

Revit

Job description

Lead the delivery of landmark residential projects with one of Sydney's most respected architectural practices.

I'm currently partnering with an award-winning architecture studio that has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality developments across Australia. Due to a strong pipeline of projects and continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Project Architect to play a key role in leading multi-residential projects from design development through to completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong architect who enjoys managing complex projects, leading consultant coordination, and mentoring junior team members while working on premium apartment developments.

What's on Offer

• Work with a highly regarded architectural studio recognised for design excellence.
• Exciting pipeline of large-scale multi-residential developments.
• Genuine career progression into leadership.
• Collaborative, supportive, and design-focused team culture.
• Modern office with flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary package up to $150k

The Role

As a Senior Project Architect, you'll take ownership of major multi-residential projects, ensuring exceptional design outcomes are delivered on time and within budget. You'll work closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams throughout every stage of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multi-residential projects from DA through to construction.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Produce and review high-quality documentation and technical detailing.
• Ensure projects comply with Australian Building Codes and relevant standards.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, and deliverables.
• Mentor and support graduate and intermediate architects.
• Attend client meetings, site inspections, and contractor coordination meetings.
• Resolve design and technical challenges throughout project delivery.Maintain high design standards while ensuring commercial project outcomes.

About You

• Registered Architect or working towards registration.
• 8+ years' experience within an Australian architectural practice.
• Strong background delivering multi-residential apartment projects.
• Excellent Revit documentation skills.
• Sound understanding of the NCC, Australian Standards, and local planning requirements.
• Proven experience coordinating consultants and managing project delivery.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

If you're looking to take the next step in your architectural career and join a practice with an outstanding reputation and an exciting future, I'd love to have a confidential conversation.