Experienced Architectural Graduate (Brisbane)

Design your Future with us

At Buchan our culture is shaped and led by our people. We empower our people to design a brighter, more sustainable future that influences life in our cities for the people and planet.

Over the last four decades Buchan has helped shape urban life in Queensland. From our new offices located on Turrbal and Yuggera Country, at the Greenhouse in Brisbane’s thriving West End, we are proud to contribute to the city’s evolution.

About Buchan

• Global reach, local expertise: With studios across Australia and New Zealand, Buchan brings together design experts and a legacy of delivering award-winning projects worldwide.
• 135 years of design leadership: From World Expo 88’s to the Australia Pavilion for Expo 2025, we’ve been redefining urban life and creating destinations people love.
• Cross-sector innovation: Our portfolio spans retail, mixed-use, residential, hospitality, and civic spaces, underpinned by sustainability and experiential design.
• Collaborative culture: We partner with leading international firms and leverage data-driven insights to deliver places of lasting community value.
• Brisbane heritage: We understand the city’s unique culture and climate, and we’re shaping its future with precincts like Bulimba Barracks and Nicholas Street.

The role

We’re seeking an experienced Australian  Architectural Graduate to join our Brisbane studio and contribute to transformative retail, mixed-use, and multi-residential projects.

Assist with the design and delivery of high-profile architectural projects from concept through delivery including documentation, master planning, urban design, placemaking.

Ideally suited to an all-rounder, with design, delivery and technical ability you should be able to present your schemes with sketches and be confident with multiple software and presentation techniques.

As an Architectural Graduate you will utilise your design / technical skills to achieve project delivery in accordance with Buchan’s quality systems.

Key Responsibilities

Design

• Contribute to evolving the design through the project life cycle;
• Develop concepts using freehand sketch, presentation packages and documentation tools;
• Under direction collaborate with project teams and other consultants to ensure that ongoing works are consistent with the original design intent.

Documentation + Coordination

• Early Design/DA Stage documentation;
• Under direction, develop detailed and accurate drawings, 3D models, and presentation materials in line with Buchan’s standards and protocols, using Revit, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite;
• Present design concepts to team and stakeholders with clarity and confidence;
• Be involved in the coordination of specialist consultants, contractors, suppliers and services.

Project Skills

• Access and apply building codes, standards and compliance;
• Develop product and material knowledge;
• Develop skills in team collaboration and communication;
• Be involved in producing preliminary reports and feasibility studies;
• Under supervision, prepare specifications, schedules, detailed components, finishes and fittings.

Project Management

• Understand and meet required project timelines and deliverables while maintaining design excellence;
• Conduct research on new materials, technologies, and construction methods, and apply this knowledge to projects.

Financial

• Manage time and workload within allocated project hours;
• Complete timesheets and project administration as required.

Professional Development

• Actively seek out industry trends and innovations, professional and technical developments and make an effort to expand industry knowledge and skill set;
• Begin to develop networks and industry relationships;
• Participate in office-wide professional development activities.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Architecture or equivalent qualification, recognised in Australia.
• Minimum experience 4-5yrs post-Masters (Registration an advantage).
• Preferred experience with large or complex projects in retail, mixed-use or multi-residential sectors.
• Must have proficiency in Revit and an understanding of BIM workflows.
• Preferred experienced user in Sketchup, Rhino, Photoshop, InDesign.
• Working knowledge of building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Working knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of architecture.
• Working knowledge of building materials, their function and physical properties, and construction methods.
• Working knowledge of building costs.
• A creative mindset with a keen eye for detail and functionality.
• Good communication, collaboration and project management skills and the ability to engage confidently with consultants and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and timelines.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

 Benefits

• Competitive, industry benchmarked, salaries
• Support for architectural Registration and professional memberships
• $1000 annual training allowance and paid study leave
• Leadership and professional development programs
• Women accelerator programs
• Graduate and student programs
• Mentoring program
• Inter-studio opportunities
• Social and community engagement activities
• Paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Flexible working

Thank you for your interest in Buchan.

We have a number of exciting projects and are keen to hear of your experience and background and how you would like your career to grow with us.

In the meantime, you can learn more about Buchan by following us on social media and visiting our website for latest updates.

Portfolio + CV + Cover Letter

Send us a cover letter describing how you are suited to the role along with your CV and portfolio.

Portfolio tip: Don’t just tell us about the project (not the usual building blurb). Tell us about your involvement on the project, which phase/s, your contribution, what role you had in the team, any design or sustainability innovations, problem solving, client feedback, awards etc.

Applications are reviewed as they are received and interviews held as candidates are shortlisted. Due to the number of applications received, we may not be able to respond to you directly and only shortlisted candidates may be contacted. You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.

We are a family friendly and equal employment opportunity employer.

Design your future with us.