Architectural Designer / Experienced Graduate – Commercial and Residential Design Work (CC / CDC drawings)

JS Sustainable Construction Pty Ltd (JSSD) is a growing Sydney-based design and construction company, focusing on commercial and residential property development. It provides full range of services to clients from DA/CDC to CC and OC stages.

As we expand our in-house architectural capabilities, we're seeking a creative, ambitious and motivated Architectural Designer to become a key part of our business.

This is an exciting opportunity for an architecture graduate ready to take the next step in their career, working directly with the business owner, construction team and external design consultants.

We're looking for someone with fresh ideas, strong design skills and the drive to take ownership of projects while helping shape the future of JSSD.

Our Current Project Pipeline

You'll have the prospect to work across a diverse range of current and upcoming projects, including:

- Boarding House / Co-Living Residence: A high-end, architecturally designed residence currently progressing through council approval. Working closely with the leading architectual firm and interior designer, you'll play a key role in the post-DA stages and CC preparation, including detailed architectural and joinery drawings, specifications, finishes schedules, tender preparation, procurement and construction-stage design coordination.
- Mixed-Use Property Transformation: An upcoming residential and commercial renovation and potential expansion, with opportunities to contribute to design development, planning approvals and construction documentation, subject to acquisition and approvals.
- Future Residential Developments: Assist with architectural concepts,



feasibility studies and design development for potential property acquisitions and future projects.
- Private Design & Build Projects: Help grow JSSD's integrated design and construction offering, delivering bespoke homes, commercial renovations, and high-end renovations for private clients.

You'll gain exposure to the complete project lifecycle, from initial concepts and approvals through to construction and completion.

Key Responsibilities

- Drive day-to-day architectural design, documentation and project coordination.
- Develop architectural concepts, plans, elevations, 3D models and visualisations.
- Prepare DA and CDC drawings and coordinate approval documentation.
- Produce detailed construction drawings, joinery details, specifications and finishes schedules.
- Collaborate with external architects, interior designers, engineers and consultants.
- Assist with development feasibility studies and potential property acquisitions.
- Work closely with our construction team to bring designs to life.
- Help establish and grow JSSD's in-house architectural design capabilities.

About You

We're looking for a talented and ambitious architecture graduate with the confidence, creativity and initiative to take ownership of their work.

You don't need to be a senior architect. We're more interested in your ability, attitude, work ethic and ambition to grow with the business.

Ideally,



you'll have:

- A completed Diploma or university degree in Building Design, Architecture, with some post-graduation industry experience preferred.
- A strong passion for commercial and residential architecture, interiors and contemporary design.
- Proficiency in Revit or ArchiCAD, including 3D modelling and visualisation.
- Experience preparing architectural drawings, construction details and documentation.
- An understanding of NSW planning approvals, including DA and CDC processes.
- A strong eye for materials, finishes, joinery and architectural detailing.
- Excellent organisational skills and the confidence to manage your own workload.
- A proactive, solutions-focused attitude and genuine drive to take initiative.

Why Join JSSD?

- Work on exciting commercial and residential development projects.
- Genuine creative input, autonomy and project ownership.
- Work directly with the business owner and experienced construction team.
- See your designs progress from concept to completed construction.
- Help establish JSSD's in-house design capabilities from the ground up.
- Excellent long-term career growth and the opportunity to take on increasing leadership responsibilities.

Apply Now

If you're passionate about architecture, have a strong eye for design and are looking for greater responsibility and the opportunity to grow with an ambitious design-led business, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and portfolio showcasing your design work, visualisations and examples of architectural documentation.

Direct applicants only. No recruitment agencies, please.

Pay: $56,800.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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