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About Us

McCullum Ashby is a growing design firm based in Wahroonga on the Upper North Shore of Sydney, delivering high quality residential, commercial and retail projects across NSW. We are committed to innovative design, technical excellence, and exceptional client service.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Architectural Draftsperson to join our team. The successful candidate will support our architects and senior designers by preparing accurate and detailed drawings and documentation for a range of building projects.

Duties and responsibilities for Architectural Draftsperson

Prepare architectural drawings including preliminary drawings, working drawings, design specifications; showing plans, elevations, sections, materials, finishes and other aspects such as layouts, drainage, landscaping, lighting, etc, using design software or manually produced design.

Prepare and maintain related documentations, samples of materials/finishes etc.

Verify that the designs and documentations are compliant with the relevant regulation and standards such as Building Code, bylaws, Local Environmental Plan, Development Control Plan, etc.

Assist in preparing submissions to relevant parties such as for Development Applications, Construction Certificates and Complying Development Certificates.

Liaise with senior architects, engineers, developers, interior designers, suppliers, approving authorities, clients and any other relevant project stakeholders in clarifying designs, requirements and/or project progress.

Assist in estimating time, labour costs and material costs for quotations.

Ensure that design plans and specifications are followed by contractors/developers.

Ensure that project schedules are met.

Position requirement

Minimum a diploma in architectural drafting/design, or a similar discipline. Higher qualification and/or additional knowledge in relevant fields such as architecture, interior design, or urban planning are beneficial.

Minimum 3 years of relevant local work experience.

Skills required: Design/Drafting, Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, time/project management, knowledge of building regulations and Australian standards, interpersonal and communication skills.

Experience in heritage, commercial, residential and retail projects is desirable.

Experience in Ku-ring-gai Council on the North Shore of Sydney will be considered favourably.

The position is office based.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and portfolio to staff@mccullumashby.com.au with the subject line ‘Architectural Draftsperson’.

Application

Applications close on 31/10/25.