Urban Designer
About Arcadia
Arcadia Landscape Architecture is an award-winning, design and purpose-driven landscape architecture and urban design practice located in Australia and New Zealand. With studios in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra, Sunshine Coast, Newcastle, Auckland and Gold Coast, we are dedicated to shaping a future where our landscapes tell stories of innovation, sustainability, and cultural connection.
About the Opportunity
Arcadia is seeking a visionary Urban Designer to translate complex spatial and environmental data into cohesive masterplans that enrich the public realm across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. In this pivotal role, you will champion design excellence and lead multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver high-impact projects that deeply connect community and Country.
Bring your early‑career experience to a city where major precincts, harbour edges, and transport corridors are evolving at extraordinary pace. At Arcadia Sydney, you’ll deepen your design skills while contributing to projects that shape the future of Australia’s most dynamic urban landscape.
A glimpse into your day
- Support the delivery of urban design projects across a range of stages, helping to ensure work is completed to a high standard and within agreed timeframes.
- Prepare design documentation, drawings, diagrams, presentation material, and reports to support project outcomes.
- Contribute to the development of masterplans, urban design frameworks, and built form studies with guidance from senior team members.
- Work closely with landscape architects, urban designers, and other disciplines to help deliver thoughtful, design-led outcomes.
- Assist in the preparation of visual material and design packages for client presentations, submissions, and internal reviews.
- Apply an understanding of public realm, built form, and place-based design principles across a variety of project types.
- Support a positive and collaborative studio culture through strong communication, reliability, and a willingness to learn.
- Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and environmental responsibility across studio and project work.
The expertise you’ll bring
- A Bachelor’s degree in a built environment discipline such as Urban Design, Architecture, or Landscape Architecture.
- Around 2–4 years of professional experience within urban design, architecture, or a closely related field.
- Strong proficiency in design and visualisation software, including programs such as Rhino, SketchUp, Revit, and the Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience producing high-quality drawings, design packages, diagrams, and presentation material.
- A sound understanding of Australian built form controls and design guidance, including SEPP65 and the Apartment Design Guide (ADG).
- A developing knowledge of the Australian planning and development process and an interest in contemporary urban design outcomes.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to contribute effectively within project teams.
- A proactive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a genuine desire to keep learning and developing as a designer.
Additional Information
The Arcadia Way (how we work)
Our team of brilliant minds come from many walks of life, each one a character with stories to tell. These diverse and different ways of thinking enable us to maintain fresh perspectives and innovate continuously. Whether it’s design excellence or streamlined processes, we go to every length to make sure that clients and communities are getting the best possible results.
Arcadia’s high calibre team is what keeps clients coming back for more. That’s why we provide our team with industry-leading tools and training to continually develop our skills, achieving maximum fulfilment and growth.
Why you will love working with us
Our team member benefits include:
- Fully paid annual Industry Membership
- Employer Assistance Provider – Wellness Program - for you and the immediate members of your family
- Professional Development and lifelong learning
- Studio Events and Networking opportunities
- Flexible and Hybrid Working
- Bi-annual Events – Ski Trip in August and EOY Conference
For more information >> https://arcadiala.com.au/careers/
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging & Reconciliation
Arcadia Landscape Architecture is a place where purpose and people meet. We are dedicated to building a business that is inclusive by design— our Studios are a safe space where everyone belongs and is encouraged to excel.
We actively seek perspectives from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We value the strength that diversity brings to our work and our culture. Please advise us of any adjustments you may need during the recruitment phase to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably.
A Note on Work Rights
To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold the legal right to live and work in Australia.
Applications should include a portfolio. If not attached, please send it to danielr@arcadiala.com.au for review
