Senior Architect

For our upcoming Expo 2030 project, a Parma-based design team is expanding. We are seeking a-level Architect who will work under the leadership of LAVA Co-founder Chris Bosse in Sydney and in close collaboration with our global studios.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design and development of architectural projects from concept to completion.
• Oversee and mentor junior architects and designers, ensuring design quality, technical accuracy, and alignment with project goals.
• Develop and manage Revit models and documentation, maintaining BIM coordination and quality control across all project stages.
• Use Rhino and Grasshopper for conceptual modeling and design development (advantageous but not mandatory).
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, efficient, and sustainable design solutions.
• Supervise project timelines, deliverables, and budgets, ensuring creative excellence and technical precision.
• Integrate sustainable design strategies, materials innovation, and contemporary construction technologies.
• Contribute to design reviews, competitions, and presentations across LAVA’s global studio network.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional degree in Architecture (Master’s preferred).
• 5–8 years of professional experience in architectural design and documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit is essential.
• Experience with Rhino and Grasshopper is a strong plus.
• Solid knowledge of building systems, construction processes, and sustainable design principles.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and communication skills, with fluency in English (additional languages is a plus).
• Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple projects independently.
• Passion for innovative, human‑centred, and sustainable design.

Application

Desired start date: As soon as possible

Location: Parma, Italy

This position is open to all, regardless of gender, age, or nationality.

Please submit your application digitally (max 20 MB) to Riccardo Allegri and via our dedicated server.

Please include a cover letter that expresses your desire to work with LAVA, your complete resume, and your portfolio, including work that shows your approach and skills. Portfolios should be submitted as one complete PDF file and limited to 30 pages. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you!