Associate Architect
GEM Resourcing is recruiting for an experienced and driven Associate Architect based in Perth. This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic and growing architectural studio with a strong pipeline of high end residential, medium density, commercial, and civic projects. Ideal for someone with entrepreneurial energy and leadership potential, this role offers a clear path to becoming a 2IC and profit sharing partner without the financial outlay of starting your own firm.
About the Role: As an Associate Architect, you’ll take a leading role across project delivery, client engagement, team development, and construction documentation. You’ll work alongside the Director to help manage and mentor a growing team of talented young architects, while contributing to design development and practice leadership.
This position is perfect for someone who wants the rewards and ownership of running a practice, but within an already successful and supportive framework. The Director is looking for someone eager to take ownership, drive quality outcomes, and help shape the studio’s future.
What makes this role unique: - Uncapped earning potential through a generous 50% profit share on any projects you bring in.
- Ideal for someone wanting the ownership and reward of starting their own firm without the financial outlay.
- A rare chance to step into a true 2IC role, helping lead the practice while shaping its future direction.
- Plenty of incoming work no pressure to win jobs, but high reward if you do.
- Work in a well appointed Claremont studio with a passionate and collaborative team.
- A balanced role involving construction documentation, mentoring junior staff, and overseeing end stage project delivery.
Key Responsibilities: - Lead projects from design development through to construction documentation and delivery.
- Take ownership of mid-to-end phase documentation — checking, reviewing, and ensuring buildability and quality.
- Mentor and guide junior architects and graduates, supporting their development and ensuring team output is aligned with project expectations.
- Engage with clients, builders, and consultants to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, and to a high standard.
- Contribute to studio culture, project planning, and practice strategy.
- Assist with sourcing, evaluating, and aligning new project opportunities with studio capacity and expertise.
To be considered for this role, you’ll need: - A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture.
- Architectural Registration (or working toward registration in WA).
- 6–10 years' local experience across residential, commercial, industrial, and/or fit-out sectors.
- Advanced knowledge of construction methodology and Australian standards (BCA/NCC).
- Solid experience with ArchiCAD (preferred), Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp.
- Strong team leadership and communication skills.
- A can do attitude, entrepreneurial mindset, and passion for building high quality projects.
- Must be based in Perth and have full Australian working rights.
At GEM Resourcing, we understand the importance of creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring our recruitment processes are fair and unbiased.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Huss Ahmed
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