Architect / Designer

About the company

Woods Bagot creates architecture and design solutions for a rapidly evolving world, aiming to deliver places that respond to emerging challenges and opportunities. The studio is guided by exploration, impact, and community, with work shaped to create long-lasting outcomes that support clients’ goals and future generations.

The company is part of the 7C Network, an integrated group of design and architecture businesses focused on “Total Place Design.” Through brands such as Woods Bagot, ERA-co, Impact Futures, and Customs Bureau, the network combines expertise in placemaking, sustainability, architecture, interior design, and luxury concepts.

About the role

This role offers a strong career-growth opportunity for an architect or designer who is ready to take responsibility for important parts of mid- to large-scale projects while supporting Senior Architects. The position calls for a professional, collaborative approach and close interaction with clients and internal teams to help deliver strong project outcomes.

What you will do

• Partner with the Principal-in-Charge on the development of project ideas and design direction, including solving challenging design issues.
• Serve as second-in-command to the Project Leader during design development and project delivery, taking ownership of allocated packages or project elements.
• Express design intent through sketches, diagrams, 3D studies, and technical drawings.
• Produce deliverables aligned with the brief, such as design reports, planning documentation, and full project documentation sets.
• Work with consultants and design partners, checking drawings and Revit models and helping resolve complex coordination matters.
• Track project risks, take steps to reduce them, and escalate concerns when needed.
• Assist the Project Leader in ensuring delivery standards remain high.
• Keep oversight of all design and production matters related to project outputs.

About you

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, creative, and resourceful team setting. You should bring substantial experience across architectural design and construction stages, with the ability to contribute expertise that supports well-resolved, high-quality work.

Requirements

• Between 5 and 10 years of professional experience, or equivalent, in an architectural practice.
• A Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Experience in residential and mixed-use work is required; exposure to other building types is an advantage.
• Architect registration is strongly preferred.
• Proven involvement in design-led, design-elevated projects.
• Advanced skills in Revit and Rhino.
• Strong command of Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Photoshop.
• Ability to work independently to test, refine, and solve complex design problems.
• Experience across design development and project delivery.
• Solid technical understanding of architectural delivery requirements.
• Working knowledge of local NCC standards and regulatory obligations.
• Strong design judgment, curiosity, and a willingness to keep learning.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and mentor junior team members.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with internal teams, clients, and consultants.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia, meaning Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required at the time of application.
• Applications should include an updated resume and portfolio, with a portfolio link recommended in the resume due to upload limitations.
• Unsolicited resumes or candidate names from agencies will not be accepted.

Additional information

Woods Bagot is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or veteran status.

The organisation promotes an inclusive culture where differences are respected and valued, equity is embedded in practice, and employees are encouraged to feel a sense of belonging. The studio believes diversity strengthens creativity and innovation, and that collaboration across its global network of strategists, experience designers, and scientists helps people build meaningful careers while contributing to clients and communities.

Core values highlighted by the company include inspiration, innovation, and inclusiveness.