Team Leader / Senior Architect - Design and Planning (Registered Architect)

WestUrban Group is one of Victoria's leading residential builders, delivering Multi-Unit Developments, Medium Density Projects, High-End Residential Projects, and bespoke luxury homes through our Clinton Grand brand.

With more than a decade of industry experience, we partner with developers, homeowners, consultants and industry professionals to deliver projects that combine thoughtful design, construction excellence and outstanding client outcomes.

Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility and design through to planning, construction, project management and handover. Supported by established systems, strong supplier networks and a highly experienced team, we continue to deliver projects that set the benchmark for quality, innovation and customer satisfaction.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Team Leader / Senior Architect - Design & Planning to lead the design and town planning function across both WestUrban Construction and Clinton Grand.

This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished Architect to influence projects from inception through to planning approval, lead a multidisciplinary design team, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of two growing residential brands.

Company Profile

WestUrban Group is one of Victoria's leading residential builders, delivering Multi-Unit Developments, Medium Density Projects, High-End Residential Projects, and bespoke luxury homes through our Clinton Grand brand.

With more than a decade of industry experience, we partner with developers, homeowners, consultants and industry professionals to deliver projects that combine thoughtful design,



construction excellence and outstanding client outcomes.

Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility and design through to planning, construction, project management and handover. Supported by established systems, robust supplier networks and a highly experienced team, we continue to deliver projects that set the benchmark for quality, innovation and customer satisfaction.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Team Leader / Senior Architect - Design & Planning to lead the design and town planning function across both WestUrban Construction and Clinton Grand.

This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished Architect to influence projects from inception through to planning approval, lead a multidisciplinary design team, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of two growing residential brands.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will lead the design and town planning function across both WestUrban Construction and Clinton Grand.

You will be responsible for guiding projects from feasibility and client brief through concept design, developed design and town planning approval, before handing projects to the Construction Documentation team as fully resolved, permit-endorsed and commercially aligned developments.

As the design authority across both brands,



you will drive architectural excellence, planning outcomes, commercial performance and stakeholder engagement, while mentoring and developing both onshore and offshore design resources.

This role offers significant influence across project delivery, product development, business improvement initiatives and the ongoing growth of both brands.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Design Leadership

- Lead architectural design across Clinton Grand and WestUrban Construction projects from concept through to developed design.
- Transform client briefs and feasibility requirements into practical, commercially viable and architecturally impressive outcomes.
- Present concepts and developed designs to clients, developers and senior management.
- Establish and maintain design intent throughout project delivery.
- Drive innovation, design excellence and continuous improvement across the design function.
- Support marketing initiatives, display home development and award submissions.

Town Planning

- Lead all town planning activities for Medium Density and Multi-Unit developments.
- Conduct feasibility assessments, site analysis and planning reviews.
- Prepare and coordinate planning permit submissions.
- Liaise with councils, consultants, referral authorities and VCAT where required.
- Manage Requests for Further Information (RFIs), permit amendments and planning conditions.
- Maintain the town planning register across all active developments.
- Ensure planning pathways are identified and managed efficiently to minimise project risk and delay.

Cost-Effective Product Development

- Develop cost-effective and buildable housing products

📌 Team Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 Westurban Group
📍 Melbourne