Graduate Designer

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Scape is seeking a Graduate Designer to join their Sydney CBD onsite, full-time team, working with senior design leadership on live residential projects from concept through delivery. You will produce high quality architectural drawings and 3D models, prepare presentation visuals, assist with space planning and test fits, and support coordination with consultants while maintaining drawing standards and BIM protocols. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years in an architectural or interior practice, exceptional 2D drafting and strong 3D modelling, keen technical accuracy and a proactive, organized mindset in a fast paced environment. Essential: Archicad; Revit desirable; Rhino or SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, plus Enscape or Lumion advantageous. Apply early with your CV, note rolling reviews, no agencies; highlight relevant projects that show your ability to communicate design intent.

Sydney CBD (Office-based) | Full-time

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 2013 as Scape Australia, leaders in student housing, we’ve since grown into a vertically integrated living platform known as The Living Company; managing $17B in assets across Student Living (Scape), Rent to Live – Affordable Housing (RTL Co.), and Retirement Living (Aveo); spanning site origination, investment, planning, design, development, construction, and operations. 

The Living Company is reshaping the way Australians live by delivering sustainable, community-driven, and high-quality spaces across the country. 

THE ROLE

This is an opportunity to work directly with senior design leadership on live residential projects from early concept through to delivery. You will play a key role in developing drawings, 3D models and visual material that communicate design intent clearly and accurately.

Your responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Produce high-quality architectural drawings (plans, sections, elevations, details)
• Develop digital 3D models to support feasibility, planning and coordination
• Prepare presentation drawings and visual material for internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with space planning and test-fit studies 
• Support design coordination with consultants
• Maintain drawing standards and BIM protocols
• Contribute to diagrams and technical packages
• Prepare presentations

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

This role is the perfect opportunity for a Graduate Architect or Graduate Interior Architect (1–3 years’ experience) to join our developer-led design team.

About you:

• Experience in an architectural or interior practice, or developer-led design environment
• Exceptional 2D drafting skills and strong 3D modelling capability
• High level of technical accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong spatial awareness and sense of proportion
• Proactive, organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Curious, ambitious and eager to learn

Software:

• Archicad (essential)
• Revit (desirable)
• Rhino or SketchUp
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Enscape, Lumion, D5 or similar advantageous

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN?

• Be part of a purpose-led organisation shaping how Australians live
• Exposure to a large, diversified living platform with real scale and complexity
• Strong focus on wellbeing, growth, and inclusive culture
• Competitive rewards, recognition programs, and lifestyle benefits

INTERESTED? HERE'S HOW TO APPLY

If this sounds like your next career move, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV! 

Please note that we will review applications and contact candidates on a rolling basis. The earlier you apply for this opportunity, the better!  

No agencies please. 

At The Living Company we honour and welcome our rich heritage and contributions of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.