Architect/Building Designer - Residential

ES Design is expanding and we are seeking an experienced Architect/Building Designer to join our growing team. This role offers exposure to a diverse range of residential projects, with genuine involvement across the full project lifecycle from concept design through to construction documentation and approvals.

You’ll work within a positive, professional and collaborative team that values experience, encourages initiative, and is committed to delivering consistently high-quality results. The following will form part of your role:

·       Deliver residential projects across all stages: preliminary studies, design development, and construction documentation.

·       Manage projects from commencement through to completion, ensuring all stages are delivered efficiently and to program.

·       Coordinate and manage external consultants and stakeholders to achieve timely project outcomes.

·       Coordinate consultants including town planners, engineers and builders.

·       Manage and guide the internal design and drafting team to ensure coordination, documentation, and deliverables are completed in line with project requirements.

·       Review, mark up, and provide clear direction on plans and documentation to maintain quality and consistency.

·       Liaise closely with clients to understand their brief, requirements, and expectations.

·       Communicate project progress, design outcomes, and technical matters clearly with clients and consultants.

·       Prepare and coordinate DA, CDC, and CC packages for residential developments.

·       Submit plans to local authorities and ensure compliance with Australian standards.

·       Produce detailed drawings for DA, CDC and CC Packages.

·       Document standard specifications for construction finishes.

·       Interpret architectural drawings and specifications.

·       Ensure compliance with building regulations and standards.

·       Negotiate to meet project deadlines and budget constraints.

·       Attend meetings with clients and consultants in-house and off-site.

·       Resolve functional and technical design-related issues with practical solutions efficiently.

·       Assist with ad-hoc tasks as needed by team members and management.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

·       Solid grasp of design principles.

·       Revit experience of minimum 2 years with concept to detailed documentation.

·       Thorough understanding of the National Construction Code of Australia (NCC) and Australian Standards.

·       Ability to collaborate effectively within project teams.

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·       Punctuality and ability to adhere to deadlines.

·       Motivation to continually learn and grow with the business and industry.

·       Building effective working relationships with consultants, suppliers.

·       Liaising with designers, builders, and contractors.

·       Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while effectively managing both individual and team workloads.

·       Critical thinking abilities with a keen eye for detail.

The successful candidate will meet the following requirements:

·       Bachelor’s degree in architecture.

·       Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a architect/building designer.

·       General Construction Induction White Card.

·       Current Australian Driver’s License.

·       Unrestricted Australian Working Rights.