Senior Architect

Hassell Ltd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy (hybrid)

Development and training opportunities

Study assistance

Job summary

Hassell is seeking a Senior Architect to lead design direction across multidisciplinary teams and maintain project clarity from concept to construction. You will manage client conversations with confidence and ensure the design intent is carried through at every stage of the project.

You will guide teams across architecture, interior, and urban design, mentored by senior leaders, while coordinating with contractors and consultants to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• 7–12+ years’ experience across commercial, residential, health or education projects.
• Experience as a Senior Architect.
• Proven ability to resolve complex project issues and coordinate consultants.
• Comfortable engaging with contractors and builder-side conversations during construction.
• Registered Architect or on-track for registration.

Responsibilities

• Own design direction and ensure project intent across concept to construction.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams and maintain clear client conversations.
• Ensure design intent is delivered to the highest standard through all stages.
• Mentor others and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Senior Architect

Team leadership

Client communication

Design coordination

Construction knowledge

Mentoring

Multidisciplinary guidance

Education

Registered Architect (or on pathway to registration)

Job description

With eight design studios spread around the world, chances are you’ve seen our work before.

We work across architecture, landscape architecture, interior design and urban design - a rich multi-disciplinary mix of skills and perspectives that unlocks the economic, social and cultural value of projects.

We combine our creative design expertise with capabilities in strategy, research, technology and experience design, and we regularly collaborate with experts and partners from further afield.

Through our work, we're trying to build a more inclusive, sustainable future for communities - and create a more socially and ecologically resilient world.

Job Description

As a Senior Architect you bring strong conceptual design, technical judgement and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams.

You’ll take ownership of design direction, manage client and consultant conversations with clarity and calm, and ensure the project intent stays strong across concept, DD, documentation and construction.

You will play a key role in guiding multidisciplinary teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring the design intent is delivered to the highest standard through all stages of a project — from concept to completion.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• 7–12+ years’ experience working across commercial, residential, health or education projects
• Experience as a Senior Architect
• Proven capability resolving complex project issues and coordinating consultants
• Comfortable dealing with contractors and builder-side conversations during construction
• Registered Architect (or on pathway to registration)
• Strong understanding of how buildings come together
• Ability to translate design ideas into clear, coordinated DD packages
• Experience reviewing and refining design work to maintain quality across all stages
• Calm, clear communicator with the ability to simplify complexity for clients and project teams
• Able to bring structure and confidence to design reviews, issues resolution and project delivery
• Strong organisational and project management skills, balancing design, detail and program
• Willingness to mentor others, share knowledge, and contribute to a supportive team culture
• Developing and leveraging networks and relationships. Influencing and presenting in a clear, confident and concise way to influence clients or stakeholders and deliver impact.
• Identifying process improvement opportunities and influencing or making decisions that positively impact financial performance.

Personal Attributes

• Strong design sensibility paired with practical, solution-focused thinking
• Calm under pressure, with excellent judgment and attention to detail
• Values teamwork and mentoring as part of professional practice
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
• Interested in building more inclusive, sustainable communities.
• Ability to take ownership and demonstrate accountability.
• Excellent communication skills, with a willingness to share personal insights and inspirations.
• Commitment to personal and professional development, staying up to date with industry trends.
• Able to work effectively across multiple disciplines, teams, and geographies.

Additional Information

Our team enjoys a wide range of benefits to support their development and well-being:

• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
• A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work, location flexibility and work pattern flexibility.
• Development and training opportunities, including access to online training programs and our People Coach program.
• Study assistance.

Hassell is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety by fostering inclusive environments that value the cultural identities, perspectives, and practices of all individuals.

We prioritise ensuring that everyone feels safe, included, and respected. Our local studios serve as primary hubs for in-person connection and collaboration, and we offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Hassell encourages sustainable work hours and actively supports the holistic health and well-being of our people.

We're a fast-paced and proactive practice, so we don't wait until applications close to review them.