Architectus are seeking a highly capable Senior Architect / Senior Designer to join our Sydney Commercial team and contribute to the delivery of complex commercial, mixed-use and high-density projects across a range of scales.
This role is ideal for someone with strong technical capability, advanced digital modelling skills and a rigorous approach to project delivery. You'll work within a collaborative commercial sector team, contributing to the resolution of complex planning, façade and coordination challenges while helping shape high-performing architectural outcomes.
You'll play a key role in bridging design and technical delivery, supporting projects from feasibility and planning analysis through to coordinated documentation and consultant integration.
What You'll Do
* Develop and coordinate high-quality technical documentation packages aligned with programme and delivery requirements
* Produce and manage advanced Rhino and Revit models, including complex geometry and façade systems
* Work within a coordinated BIM environment and manage model exchanges with consultant teams
* Undertake planning and compliance analysis against DCP, LEP, SEPP and site-specific planning controls
* Test schemes against development constraints including height, FSR, setbacks, solar access, shadowing and privacy requirements
* Support environmental analysis and performance testing including solar studies, daylight access and ADG-related compliance using Ladybug and Honeybee
* Coordinate closely with specialist consultants and integrate technical input into resolved architectural outcomes
* Contribute to design reviews, visualisation workflows and client presentations using Enscape and other digital tools
* Take ownership of agreed project packages while collaborating closely with senior leaders and project teams
What You'll Bring
* Demonstrated experience delivering commercial, mixed-use or large-scale residential projects
* Strong technical and documentation capability across complex project typologies
* Advanced Rhino and Revit proficiency, particularly in façade modelling and complex geometry
* Experience working within coordinated BIM and consultant environments
* Understanding of planning frameworks including DCP, LEP, SEPP and ADG requirements
* Ability to quickly assess development potential and communicate planning implications clearly to project teams
* Experience undertaking environmental analysis and interpreting data to support design and compliance outcomes
* Competency in parametric modelling is highly regarded
* Strong coordination skills and the ability to manage technical interfaces across multiple disciplines
* A detail-focused, proactive and collaborative working style
Why join Architectus?
Architectus is Australia's largest and most diverse architecture and design practice, with more than 750 talented designers and specialists working across nine Australian studios. Our Commercial Sector works across some of the country's most significant workplace, mixed-use and city-shaping projects, combining technical rigour with design excellence to deliver thoughtful and enduring outcomes.
We offer flexible work (including one day from home each week), income protection, novated lease options for electric vehicles, generous paid parental leave and support through mentoring, wellbeing initiatives and more. You'll also enjoy referral bonuses and be part of a culture built on sustainability, inclusion and collaboration.
Architectus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment screening. This role requires a valid Australian or New Zealand work visa.
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