Senior Architect: Townhouse & Multi-Res Projects (Sydney)

W3Global; Willoughby City Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global, a Sydney-based property and construction company, is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to lead residential townhouse/multi-dwelling projects with strong design leadership.

You will oversee design direction, documentation, and authority approvals, coordinating with managers and construction teams while maintaining schedule and budget. The role also involves mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with NSW planning codes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture; NSW Registered Architect status is highly desirable.
• 5+ years local Sydney experience with townhouse/multi-residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of NSW planning frameworks (Housing SEPP, Low/Mid-Rise Housing, LEPs/DCPs).
• Solid understanding of the Design and Building Practitioners Act (DBP).
• Proficiency in Revit; Enscape experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design Leadership: Lead design and delivery of residential developments including high-density and townhouse projects.
• Approvals & Compliance: Prepare documentation for DA, CC, and CDC; ensure NSW planning code compliance.
• Consultant & Council Management: Coordinate with external consultants, authorities, and internal teams.
• Construction Liaison: Work with construction management to resolve RFIs and maintain design intent.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior and intermediate design staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Client-facing

Bilingual: Chinese & English

Education

Degree in Architecture

Registered Architect (NSW) desirable

Tools

Revit

Enscape

Job description

W3Global, a Sydney-based property and construction company, is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to lead residential townhouse/multi-dwelling projects with strong design leadership.

You will oversee design direction, documentation, and authority approvals, coordinating with managers and construction teams while maintaining schedule and budget. The role also involves mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with NSW planning codes.