Cayas + Ward isn't your average architecture studio. We are a high-energy, design-driven practice and a national leader in the hospitality sector. From boutique bars and award-winning sports clubs to major hotel refurbishments and national retail rollouts, we create spaces where people want to be. With studio locations in Melbourne and Brisbane, we are looking for Registered Architects to lead our most exciting hospitality projects from initial concept to final handover.
About the Role
Why You'll Love It Here
* Sector Leadership: Work at the forefront of hospitality design with a studio that delivers standout, built results.
* End-to-End Ownership: Lead projects through the full lifecycle—concept, master planning, documentation and construction.
* Direct Mentorship: Collaborate closely with Directors in a supportive environment where your input is valued.
* Genuine Culture: Join a friendly team that prioritises connection, with regular team-building and social events.
* Modern Workspace: Work from our recently renovated studio close to Kelvin Grove's best food, coffee, and transport.
* Flexible: Enjoy the best of both worlds with our flexible working policy, designed to support your work-life balance through a mix of home-based and studio-based work.
* National Presence: With offices in both Brisbane and Melbourne, enjoy the opportunity to work in either location.
Responsibilities
* Project Lead: Taking full ownership of projects, ensuring design intent is maintained from concept to completion.
* Technical Oversight: Producing and reviewing high-quality architectural documentation and ensuring office QA standards are followed.
* Stakeholder Management: Leading consultant meetings, managing client expectations, and navigating approvals.
* On-Site Leadership: Attending sites to inspect, problem-solve in real-time and ensure high-quality construction outcomes.
* Mentoring: Guiding Architectural Graduates and fostering a collaborative, curious studio culture.
Qualifications
* Registration: A Registered Architect with at least 1 year post-registration experience, and significant post-graduate experience.
Required Skills
* Interest in Hospitality Sector Design: Interest in delivering hospitality, food and beverage, retail, or commercial projects.
* Software: Revit skills are essential for both design and documentation.
* Leadership Mindset: Strong initiative, a collaborative approach, and the aptitude to manage and guide multi-disciplinary teams.
Interested? If you are an Architect driven to create delightful hospitality spaces and high-impact designs, we want to hear from you.
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