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Purcell

Location:
Australia, Sydney

Category:
IT - Administration

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Job Description:

Our Sydney Studio is looking for an Associate to join the practice on a full-time basis. We're after a results driven, highly motivated individual to focus on the delivery of a mixture of projects. We are a progressive, employee-owned practice; where you will have the ability to identify opportunities, with excellent opportunities for career progression, whilst working in a local studio. The role offers the opportunity to be involved in business development and requires excellent communication, leadership and organisation capability and an individual who excels in a hands-on environment who is passionate about delivering an award-winning mixture of small to medium scale bespoke architectural and conservation projects in Australia.

Job Responsibility:

Developing relationships with clients, new and existing
Leading and supporting proposals and bids for projects
Co-ordination of internal and external works packages and team members
Complete projects to a high standard, on time and to budget
Lead, produce, assist and review the production of design and technical related information and reports, both written and graphic
Leading and supporting projects in conservation repair, refurbishment, alterations and additions, adaptive re-use and construction detailing
Occasional travel across the region, as well as remotely supporting colleagues in our Melbourne, Hobart and Hong Kong studios

Requirements:

At least 5 – 10 years’ experience, post ARB NSW registration, in a similar role
Proven experience working on heritage projects from inception, through schematic and detailed design, tender production, and contract administration during construction
Excellent technical knowledge of conservation repair, refurbishment, alterations and additions, adaptive re-use and construction detailing
Excellent presentation and communication skills both verbally and written
Agility to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Proven ability to provide advice and guidance to clients and team members, operating within relevant statutory and legislative frameworks
Leadership experience managing a small sized project team
Experience of taking responsibility for the financial success of projects
Be well organised, proactive and enthusiastic approach to work and projects
Experience in the latest packages of AutoCAD is Essential
Passion and desire to work with an international practice, working on established projects but also helping to support Business Development and profile activities in Australia and neighbouring markets
Curiosity and commitment to continued professional development

Nice to have:

Experience in Revit / BIM delivery of projects
Previous experience working on Heritage/Adaptive Re-use projects
ICOMOS membership or other relevant professional accreditation
Driver’s License

What we offer:

Agile, flexible and hybrid working, (a minimum of 3 days in office, up to 2 days WFH)
Annual leave increasing with long service
Life assurance
Study sponsorship with paid study leave
Sabbaticals
Employee assistance programme
Season ticket loans
Cycle to work scheme
Virtual GP service
Subscription fees
Company day out
A volunteering scheme
Enhanced learning and development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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