Senior Architect/ Designer
Woods Bagot
technical support
production
design review
issue resolution
client briefs
- Provide technical support on drawings and documentation
- Undertaking the production of the project in accordance with that brief
- Work closely with the design team in the review ideation and the evolution of our projects and assist in resolving complex design issues
- Assisting the Design Leader in the realisation of client briefs
revit
rhino
adobe
enscape
masters
bca
You’ll be an experienced project lead with the ability to run a team across multiple phases, guiding both design and documentation with clarity and purpose.
As the successful candidate you will have experience working with a collaborative, creative and resourceful team. You have specialised experience in the design and construction of architectural projects.
Mandatory requirement: It is an essential requirement that at the time of applying for this position applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia (an Australian citizen or Permanent Resident).
Our Melbourne studio is a dynamic, collaborative environment where design excellence and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for a talented Senior Designer/Architect to join our team and contribute to a diverse range of projects, with a strong focus on residential and mixed-use typologies. Experience in flex spaces will also be highly regarded.
- Experience in residential and mixed-use projects is ideal; flex space experience is a bonus
- Liaising and ability to coordinate with external consultants, including cross checking of drawings and Revit models
- A Master’s Degree in Architecture
- Proven ability to guide and mentor a team across multiple phases of a project
- Strong Rhino skills (Grasshopper highly regarded)
- 10-15 years of relevant experience in the architecture field
- Knowledge of local BCA standards and regulations
- Ability to communicate in sketches, 3D vignettes and technical drawings
- Solid knowledge of the full Adobe suite (InDesign & Photoshop essential)
- Enscape and additional rendering software programs (e.g. Vray)
- Demonstrated skills in concept design through to design development
- Excellent documentation skills
- Ability to communicate a clear design narrative
- Strong technical knowledge of project delivery requirements
- Happy to be hands on and work across the DA/CD documentation stages when required
- Very strong Revit skills (Dynamo experience advantageous)
- Respond to project correspondence as directed by the Project Leader but also capable of taking initiative where possible.
- Ability to guide and curate a comprehensive documentation package
At Woods Bagot, we are committed to creating an environment where difference is celebrated, valued and respected, practices are equitable, and our people feel like they belong. We accept that none of us is smarter than all of us. We believe building a diverse workforce is the foundation to creativity and innovative design – it is only by working together that we can realise the potential of our people, clients and communities around us. Through our inclusive leadership and our truly global studio network of strategists, experience designers and scientists, you will find your voice and have the support and flexibility required to bring your whole self to work and build an exceptional career.
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Years of Operation
The company has been leading in architecture and design for over a century and a half.
- Works across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, healthcare, and education.
- Known for its innovative approach, integrating creativity with technology to design inspiring spaces.
- Notable projects include large-scale urban developments, iconic public buildings, and transformative office spaces.
- Embraces a collaborative culture, combining expertise from diverse disciplines to create tailored solutions.
- Has a global presence with offices in major cities worldwide, shaping cities and communities through design.
- Uncompromising Design
- Rigorous Curiosity
- Effective Communication
- Collective Intelligence
- Dynamic Careers
- Inspiration
- Innovation
- Inclusiveness
2030 Challenge
Sustainability Target
Aligned with the Architects Declare and American Institute of Architects' 2030 Challenge, focusing on achieving climate action goals by 2030.
2050 Target
Net Zero Objective
Aims to achieve industry-wide net zero operational carbon by 2050, marking a significant commitment to sustainability.
6 Green Star
Sustainability Achievement
Delivered New Zealand’s first 6 Green Star certified building at 3 Te Kehu Way, setting a benchmark for sustainable design.
- Publishes annual “Climate Playbook” with Environmental, Social and Governance initiatives detailing commitments and measurable targets
- Integrates sustainability principles into projects through Global Impact Group
- Supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
- Designs projects like ‘Zero‑E’ aiming for zero‑energy/carbon neutral performance using integrated systems (photovoltaics, solar thermal, biogas fuel cell, waste digester)
Gender Diversity Targets
Commitment to Equal Representation
The company actively tracks and reports on its progress toward achieving gender diversity within its workforce.
- Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression and veteran status.
- Believes building a diverse workforce is the foundation to creativity and innovative design.
- Inclusive leadership and global studio network support individuals to bring their whole selves to work.
- Design Culture emphasises engaging clients, communities and designers through shared ideas and collective thinking.
- Culture & Belonging strategy includes designing for diversity, inclusion and flexibility (e.g., neurodiversity, personality typologies, retreat spaces).
