About DKO:
We are a celebrated, multidisciplinary design practice with a team of over 280 professionals across six studios in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. Our portfolio includes diverse projects such as bespoke residences, luxury hotels, innovative hospitality and workplace interiors, urban design, large-scale master planning, and landscape architecture. At DKO, our workplace culture is shaped by our core values, fostering a safe, inclusive, and diverse environment where our people can excel.
The Role:
We're looking for an experienced Senior Architect/ Project Coordinator to join our Surry Hills team. A focus and proved experience in aged care is a must. You'll support the delivery of projects from concept through to on-site completion – assisting with concept development, documentation, and coordination through to final build. This role will suit someone who can confidently liaise with both design and construction teams.
Duties include:
* Carrying out sketch design work
* Lead clear, proactive and positive communication and coordination with clients, consultants, authorities, and contractors across all phases of the project
* Interpret and apply regulatory and statutory framework to work with the team, determine client requirements for building projects
* Perform site visits to ensure work is done according to architectural plans
* Contribute to construction documentation packages
* Develop and present thoughtful, innovative design solutions
* Participate in client meetings and presentations confidently
* Support a positive and collaborative culture
* Comprehension of project brief needs and objectives, scope vs fee structure
* Efficient management of the project team, including delegating tasks where appropriate
* Liaising with and coordinating the various requirements and activities of Clients, Consultants, local Councils, and authorities
* Relating designs to relevant codes, BCA, and local council requirements
* Ability to work across all phases of development including Feasibility, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Town Planning and Construction Administration
Skills & Experience:
* Registration via relevant state/territory Architect Registration Board
* Bachelors' degree in Architecture
* A focus and proven experience in Aged Care
* Minimum 5+ years' experience in an architectural studio environment
* Proficiency in CAD software (DKO uses ArchiCAD)
* Solid knowledge of relevant Australian building codes and standards
* Advanced drafting and graphic presentation skills
* Solid communication, whether written, visual, or verbal
* Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
* Solid organisation, time management and coordination
What We Offer:
* Work in an award-winning studio with a focus on equity and inclusion
* Work in a friendly, supportive, fun and creative team environment
* Opportunities for career progression
* Exposure to projects across Australia
* Professional memberships
* Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
* Wellness initiatives and social events
* Generous parental leave policy
Application Requirements
* When applying for this job, please provide a Cover Letter, CV and Portfolio