Design Architect
Architectural | Sydney | Full Time
Grimshaw is a global architecture and design studio of ideas and invention, driven by a desire to connect people to each other and the world around us. We recognise the urgency of the challenges that face our planet, and our duty to deliver architecture and design best suited for a flourishing future. Our studios are founded on analysis and exploration. We relish the challenges inherent across a wide range of work, engaging our expertise and agility to deliver lasting, meaningful design that brings value and joy to clients and users. At Grimshaw, we encourage creativity, collaboration and innovation. We want our staff to be fulfilled by their time with us as we know the key to our continuing success is working with and engaging the most talented people we can find.
We are currently seeking talented Design Architects to join our Sydney Studio, predominately working on either Education, Transport, Master Planning or Mixed-Use related projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Contribute to the successful delivery of a complex, large scale project
Have responsibility for specific roles, areas or packages within a project
Work within an agreed scope and deliver complete ‘packages’ of work to deadline
Demonstrate design and technical aptitude, with developing design and technical confidence
Contribute to the generation and exploration of design and construction ideas, being aware of the balance of conceptual, aesthetic, constructional and cost influences
Contribute to the design work on ‘big picture’ context, objectives, composition, materials and colour, architectural ‘volume’ control, detail quality and build quality
Develop design work in close cooperation with other members of the Grimshaw project team
Assist with liaison with the client, stakeholders and authorities, in collaboration with Project Leads
Be attentive of client feedback, issues or potential problems and report any issues raised
Help assist and coach junior team members on the project
To be successful you will have:
3 - 7 years’ experience
Master’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent
Exceptional design skills with experience working on large scale projects
Knowledge of construction industry legislation, practice and procedures
Working knowledge of all project work stages
Experience with Revit is essential
Excellent communication skills to work with internal and external clients
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to analyse and critically assess problems
Imaginative and creative thinking skills and ability
Registered or working towards architectural registration
Please include a cover letter and resume outlining your suitability for the role, as well as your portfolio as part of your application. Please note that due to a large volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Grimshaw is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues.