Experienced Graduate / Architect

BVN is seeking applications from exceptional Experienced Graduates and Architects to strengthen our Melbourne team.

As our project portfolio continues to grow, we’re looking for talented and passionate Experienced Graduates and Architects who are eager to contribute to a diverse range of exciting and meaningful design projects, across a variety of sectors and project phases. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside some of the best in the industry, collaborate in a supportive and dynamic studio environment, and help shape the future of innovative architecture.

About the role

As an Experienced Graduate/Architect, you will play a pivotal role in the architecture and design field, actively contributing your expertise, creativity, and technical prowess to deliver exceptional design solutions and advance our Tenets. Your responsibilities will encompass actively contributing to delivering design excellence on our projects, collaborating with clients and interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring the seamless execution of projects from conception to completion.

Design Creativity and Innovation

• Ability to conceptualise, develop and execute design excellence on architectural projects from initial ideation to final delivery.

• Contribute to the generation and development of excellent Architectural design outcomes, design principles, aesthetics, and spatial concepts, translating client requirements and project objectives into visually stunning and functional design solutions that exceed expectations and add value.

Technical Competence

• Demonstrated proficiency in effectively utilising design tools and computational technologies including Revit (necessary), Rhino (desirable) and Grasshopper (beneficial), 3D modelling and visualisation software, to develop, analyse and test ideas, and prepare detailed design documentation, models, and compelling presentations.

• In-depth knowledge of planning and building codes, construction techniques, and materials to address technical challenges and optimize design outcomes.

• Stay updated on emerging trends, best practices, materials and technological advancements, integrating them into design solutions to enhance outcomes, functionality, sustainability, and performance.

Collaboration and Communication

• Clear Communicator: skilled in conveying ideas clearly through both verbal, written and drawn communication.

• Team collaborator: proficient in collaborating effectively and positively with colleagues, consultants, and contractors to achieve common goals.

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting open communication, mutual respect, and teamwork among internal and external project stakeholders.

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, and contractors to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration and integration of design disciplines, establish project goals, maintain communication, and resolve issues effectively.

• Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with clients, understanding their vision, objectives, and aspirations for each project.

Learning & Development: Importance of a Growth Mindset

• Be positive, curious, and open minded.

• Have excellent communication skills and a collaborative nature.

• Enjoy working in collaborative working environment as part of a team.

• Embrace new ideas.

• Proactively use external and internal resources to learn new skills, grow and professionally develop.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Architecture.

• Experience (min. 5–10 years professional experience) in architectural design.

• Demonstrated portfolio of successful projects across diverse sectors.

• Demonstrated passion and capacity for design excellence, innovation, and creating meaningful, impactful spaces that enrich the human experience.

• Life at BVN

• Our people come first. Our culture nurtures collective creativity, inclusion and diversity, and we believe in a strong work/life balance. The BVN Experience includes

• A progressive hybrid working policy and flexible working arrangements.

• 12 weeks of parental leave for all employees after 12 months.

• Volunteering days and purchased leave.

• Mentoring programs.

• Cultural, social and active groups and events, including our Pride Network, which supports LGBTIQA+ colleagues and their family and friends and draws on their experiences to strengthen our culture.

• As an Experienced Graduate / Architect, you will have the opportunity to shape the built environment, inspire creativity, and make a lasting impact through your design contributions. Join us in creating spaces that enrich lives, inspire imagination, and elevate the human experience.

• This is a full-time role, but if you're looking for part-time or flexible hours, or don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you.