Project Architect – Residential Design

About the role

Studio Sabat is a boutique residential architecture practice in Sydney looking for a Project Architect to lead high‑end residential projects from concept to construction. You will own the full design process, work directly with clients, and shape the studio’s future direction.

Key responsibilities

• Run residential projects end‑to‑end, from client brief to construction documentation.
• Present concepts, lead design meetings and manage client relationships.
• Review and mentor Architectural Designers, set technical standards.
• Produce Revit models, detailed drawings and construction documentation.
• Coordinate consultants, respond to council RFIs and run site meetings.
• Administer contracts during construction, handling variations and RFIs.

Required profile

• Close to or already NSW‑registered as an Architect.
• 5–8 years post‑graduation experience in residential architecture.
• Confident client‑facing skills, able to present and negotiate design solutions.
• Strong technical documentation background with advanced Revit proficiency.
• Experience with high‑end residential clients, from $800k renovations to $5M new builds.
• Australian working rights.

Required skills

• Advanced Revit (modeling, detailing, construction documentation).

What we offer

• Fast‑growing boutique studio with a small, collaborative team.
• Opportunity to become an associate and influence studio strategy.
• Weekly 1:1 mentorship with the Principal Architect for the first six months.
• Leadership of both interior and exterior design aspects.