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We’re not just inviting you to the retail planning and design table – we’re asking you to take the lead.
Want to step into a role with more say, more sway and more scope? Then this is the role for you.
Why? Because we’re looking for a Senior Architect ready to lead, shape, mentor and move things forward – on projects, with clients, and within our team.
About D+R
D+R Architects is a specialist in retail planning and design. With a boastful architectural pedigree. And experience that spans the spectrum of retail developments.
The place where clever design, critical thinking and problem-solving, intersects with expert planning.
Trusted partners and collaborators with high profile developers. And major anchor tenants.
Renowned as the top expert in creative solutions for difficult and complex sites.
At our heart – we design and plan to maximise project yield to deliver profitable retail destinations that communities will love, and visit time and again.
Skills | Knowledge | Experience
What you’ll do – the big picture:
* Lead projects – across all phases – through to completion.
* Bring insight and rigour to planning, design, documentation and project management.
* Champion great planning, smart design, and efficient processes.
* Contribute to the studio’s evolving systems and ways of working.
* Take ownership of client relationships and all stakeholder engagement – alongside the Director.
* Lead business development and growth initiatives.
* Provide supportive leadership to team members – with confidence and care.
* Attend architectural, design and building exhibitions.
* Contribute content ideas and stories for D+R marketing initiatives.
What we’re looking for:
* Registered architect with 10+ years’ post-grad experience.
* Registered Design Practitioner(NSW) or eligible and willing to obtain registration.
* Passion for retail and a proven track record in retail architecture.
* In-depth understanding of codes, planning regulations, and sustainable design practices.
* Strong conceptual design and retail planning skills.
* Experienced CAD operator (Revit and AutoCAD).
* Strong technical and documentation skills.
* Ability to interpret project briefs – effectively.
* Process driven and structured.
* Skilled communicator with the ability to build trust with the team, clients and consultants alike.
* Experienced at creating and presenting project proposals.
* A team player who knows when to lead and when to collaborate.
* Strong organisation and time management skills.
* Sound commercial and financial acumen.
* Negotiation skills and experience.
* Excellent spoken and written English – clear, confident and professional.
* Ensure all architectural practices align with the current NSW Architects Code of Professional Conduct.
Technical skills:
* Project management system experience (essential). Knowledge of eTrack – is an advantage.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, PowerPoint, Excel (essential).
* Microsoft Teams (advantage).
* Photoshop (an advantage).
* Energetic confidence.
* Prepared to roll up your sleeves and make things happen. And won’t shirk the hands-on day to day responsibilities and hustle.
* Respectful leader and mentor.
* Enjoy growing business relationships and partnerships.
* Keen to share ideas, knowledge and experience.
* Committed to personal development.
Why join D+R?
* A genuine opportunity to take the reins and spearhead the next phase of development for D+R.
* You have a hunger to innovate and lead the practice forward.
* Benefit and learn from a practice with decades of unrivalled retail planning and design experience.
* Opportunity to build industry connections and relationships.
* The opportunity for you to contribute to new ideas and initiatives
* Flexibility, autonomy, and leadership that will trust you to get on with it.
Next steps?
Ready to step into a senior role – with impact? Let’s talk about how you can make your mark at D+R. We’d love to hear from you.
Apply now.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
* Industries
Architecture and Planning
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