Interior Designer Mid-Level (Sydney)

Design your Future with us

At Buchan our culture is shaped and led by our people. We empower our people to design a brighter, more sustainable future that influences life in our cities for the benefit of people and planet.

Our interior designers work holistically across sectors, considering not what buildings do but how they make you feel. Specialists in the details, they produce high-quality, functional and creative outcomes that prioritise responsible materials and life cycle benefits for all who use them.

About Buchan

• Global reach, local expertise: With studios across Australia and New Zealand, Buchan brings together design experts and a legacy of delivering award-winning projects worldwide.
• 135 years of design leadership: From collaborating on Expo 88’s landmark shade sails, to the award-winning Australia Pavilion for World Expo 2025 in Osaka Japan, we’ve been redefining urban life and creating destinations people love.
• Cross-sector innovation: Our portfolio spans retail, mixed-use, residential, hospitality, and civic spaces, underpinned by sustainability and experiential design.
• Collaborative culture: We partner with leading international firms and leverage data-driven insights to deliver places of lasting community value.
• Sydney heritage: We understand the city’s unique culture and metropole, and we’re shaping its future with iconic projects like Waldorf Hotel Circular Quay and mixed-used entertainment destinations like Club Burwood.

The role

We are seeking an accomplished and creative Interior Designer Mid-Level to join our Sydney studio. You will work closely with senior leaders and designers across a diverse portfolio including hospitality, retail, residential and hotels.

Our Interior Design team operate as an integral part of Buchan, contributing to large-scale architectural and interior commissions, as well as delivering stand-alone interior projects.

You will be involved across all project stages—from concept design through to construction and contract administration.  This role suits a designer with a strong foundation who is continuing to grow their expertise in design leadership, project delivery and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Design

• Strong conceptual interior design ability with the capability to develop design ideas from concept through to completion.
• Excellent space planning, material selection, and FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) specification skills.
• Good hand sketching and visual communication skills are an advantage.
• Develop 3D models, visualisations and presentations using Revit, Enscape and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Present interior design concepts, material selections and design solutions to clients and stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
• Stay informed on design trends, from materials, finishes, lighting and workplace, hospitality, residential, or commercial interior solutions.

Documentation + Coordination

• Strong design and documentation capability with a focus on quality outcomes.
• Solid understanding of interior detailing, joinery documentation, finishes schedules, and specification writing.
• Prepare and manage material palettes, finishes schedules, FF&E selections, and product specifications.
• Sound knowledge of construction codes, standards, construction methods and buildability.
• Develop detailed and accurate interior design model and drawings directly within Revit while maintaining design intent.
• Sound knowledge of project coordination and interior design documentation processes.
• Collaborate with project teams, consultants and stakeholders to ensure design outcomes align with the original design vision and client objectives.
• Ability to use Revizto for coordination is an advantage.

 Contract Administration

• Assist during Contract Administration period by responding to documentation queries.
• Assist in reviewing shop drawings, samples and material submissions to ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct site visits throughout the construction and fit-out process to monitor progress and ensure the design intent is maintained.
• Review installation quality and furniture and material selections for compliance with project documentation.
• Assist in identifying construction issues to resolve in collaboration with contractors, consultants and suppliers with the support of senior leaders.
• Assist with defect inspections, project handovers and post-occupancy reviews.

 Project Management

• Coordinate procurement, cost and lead times for finishes, furniture, fixtures, lighting, and equipment where required.
• Conduct research into emerging materials, products, technologies, sustainable design solutions and industry best practices, applying this knowledge to projects.

Professional Development

• Keep up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and standards to ensure compliance and innovation in project designs.
• Work in accordance with the business’ vision and values.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Interior Architecture or Interior Design or Diploma in Interior Design.
• Minimum experience 5-7 yrs post degree preferably on large scale, complex projects.
• Must have experience in retail/mixed-use and/or residential.
• Proficiency in Revit/BIM and Enscape (essential) and understanding of BIM workflows.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SketchUp, and V-Ray.  Rhino an advantage.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proven experience across commercial sectors such as clubs, retail, hospitality, high-rise residential, or mixed-use development.
• A creative mindset with a keen eye for detail and functionality.
• Good communication, collaboration and project management skills and the ability to engage confidently with clients and consultants.
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, regulations, and safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and timelines. Work collaboratively across multiple concurrent projects
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive, industry benchmarked, salaries
• Support for professional memberships
• $1000 annual training allowance and paid study leave
• Leadership and professional development programs
• Women accelerator programs
• Graduate and student programs
• Mentoring program
• Inter-studio opportunities
• Social and community engagement activities
• Paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Flexible working policies

Thank you for your interest in Buchan.

We have a number of exciting projects and are keen to hear of your experience and background and how you would like your career to grow with us.

In the meantime, you can learn more about Buchan by following us on social media and visiting our website for latest updates.

Portfolio + CV + Cover Letter

Send us a cover letter describing how you are suited to the role along with your CV and portfolio.

Portfolio tip: Don’t just tell us about the project (not the usual building blurb). Tell us about your involvement on the project, which phase/s, your contribution, what role you had in the team, any design or sustainability innovations, problem solving, client feedback, awards etc.

Applications are reviewed as they are received and interviews held as candidates are shortlisted. Due to the number of applications received, we may not be able to respond to you directly and only shortlisted candidates may be contacted. You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.

We are a family friendly and equal employment opportunity employer.

Design your future with us.