Architect / Building Designer – Class 1B Rooming House Projects

About the Role:

This hybrid role offers flexibility and growth opportunities while contributing to impactful housing projects. You will lead the design, compliance, and approval process for Class 1B Rooming Houses and residential developments (including conversions, duplexes, and subdivisions). You will also collaborate directly with local councils, engineers, certifiers, and utility service providers.  

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct site assessments and ensure full compliance with building codes, zoning laws, and NCC/BCA standards. Manage planning and building permit applications, including utility connection approvals. Handle RFIs and coordinate directly with local councils, planning departments, title office, and certifiers. Provide practical design solutions for rooming house conversions, new builds, and compliance upgrades. Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and consultants throughout the project lifecycle. Stay up to date on code updates, regulatory changes, and compliance risks. Maintain documentation for all approvals, correspondence, and permits.

Qualifications & Skills: Mandatory:

Degree in Architecture, Building Design, or a related discipline.

Proven experience in Victoria and Queensland regulations, particularly Class 1B housing.

Strong knowledge of rooming house design, compliance, and construction process.

Proficiency in architectural software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, ArchiCAD).

Ability to liaise with local councils and regulatory bodies.

Deep understanding of structural engineering coordination.

Experience handling site planning, subdivisions, duplex/townhouse designs.

Desirable:

Experience with small subdivisions and renovation projects.

Knowledge of project and permit tracking tools.

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Commitment to detail, documentation, and quality control.

Why Join?

Work on meaningful projects that make a community impact.

Flexible working options – hybrid .

Direct exposure to end-to-end development, not just design.

Supportive, tight-knit team focused on innovation, learning, and compliance.

Opportunity to grow in the real estate development sector.