Senior Architect-Documentation Lead (Australian Practice)
Bay Studio / Fuse Architects
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and oversee architectural documentation from Design Development through Construction Documentation stages
• Take ownership of documentation quality, coordination, and compliance across all assigned projects
• Ensure all documentation strictly complies with Australian codes, standards, and practice requirements
• Establish and maintain documentation standards, templates, and workflows in line with the Australian practice
• Work within and build upon established documentation systems and workflows
• Lead cross-border coordination with Australian project teams, consultants, and internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity, alignment, and timely decision-making
• Build strong working relationships across the practice, acting as a key point of contact for documentation coordination
• Review and manage drawing outputs, detailing, and BIM models to meet project timelines and quality benchmarks
• Drive efficiency, consistency, and delivery speed of documentation, ensuring seamless coordination across multiple countries and time zones
• Mentor and guide team members on best practices in documentation, detailing, and coordination
• Identify risks, resolve technical issues, and proactively manage documentation challenges
• Support improvement of BIM and documentation workflows to enhance delivery efficiency and coordination
• Communicate clearly and confidently in English across all coordination meetings, reviews, and reporting
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Required Skills & Experience
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture or equivalent
• 10+ years of professional experience, with a strong focus on documentation and delivery leadership
• Proven experience leading and taking responsibility for large-scale documentation packages and multidisciplinary coordination
• Strong knowledge of construction detailing, building systems, and technical coordination. Previous working experience for Australian practices in delivery of class 2 buildings is preferable.
• Proficiency in Archicad (preferred) or Revit, with solid BIM coordination experience
• Solid understanding of Australian standards, codes, and documentation practices
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and influence teams across locations
• Excellent communication skills, with confidence working directly within an international practice (English required)
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure, managing competing deadlines and complex coordination challenges
• Ability to adapt to established processes, listen, and build trust before driving change
• Ability to identify issues, provide clear recommendations, and confidently communicate technical decisions
• Results-driven, with accountability for documentation quality, coordination outcomes, and delivery performance
• Ability to lead while remaining hands-on in documentation delivery, providing technical guidance where required
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In This Role, Your Goals Will Be
In the first 3 months:
• Develop a strong understanding of Australian documentation standards, workflows, and project requirements
• Build effective working relationships across the Australian practice and internal teams
• Contribute to documentation reviews and coordination processes
• Drawing and resolving the details of the project - hands-on in documentation delivery
In the first 6 months:
• Take a more active role in leading documentation coordination across projects
• Demonstrate measurable improvements in documentation quality and consistency
• Gain trust from project teams as a reliable technical lead
In the first 12 months:
• Fully lead documentation delivery and coordination across projects
• Drive continuous improvements in standards, workflows, and team performance
• Become a key point of contact within the practice for documentation quality and delivery
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What We Offer
• Opportunity to work as part of an established Australian architectural practice
• Lead documentation coordination across an international team working across multiple regions
• Exposure to real-world Australian projects and standards
• A dynamic, respectful, and collaborative work environment
• Mentorship and knowledge exchange with experienced professionals across the practice
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for career growth in leadership and international project delivery