Assistant Design Manager

Adelaide Airport; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelaide Airport is seeking a Design Coordinator to assist in planning, managing and delivering airport infrastructure, commercial property and tenant projects across Adelaide and Parafield Airports.

You will support the Design Manager with coordinating design activities, stakeholders, consultants and project outcomes aligned with Adelaide Airport's objectives. The role involves planning studies, concept development and improving design standards.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Architecture, Design Studies, Interior Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Drivers licence.
• 3 - 6 years' experience in architecture, design consultancy, project delivery, construction, property development or a related field.
• Experience coordinating consultants, contractors and stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret and apply NCC, Australian Standards and Adelaide Airport requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare concept studies, test fits and design visualisations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, management and delivery of airport infrastructure and related projects.
• Coordinate consultant teams and stakeholders to achieve objectives and quality outcomes.
• Facilitate design reviews, stakeholder engagement and consultant coordination.
• Support design changes, project risks and design-related issues throughout delivery.
• Attend site meetings and resolve design/coordination issues during delivery.
• Review RFIs, shop drawings and clarifications to maintain design intent.
• Assist with inspections, operational handover and close-out activities.
• Undertake feasibility studies, concept investigations and 3D models for planning initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Design coordination

Revit

BIM

Project delivery

Construction coordination

Documentation & drawings review

Communication skills

Autonomy

Interpersonal skills

Able to travel between sites

Education

Bachelor degree in Architecture, Design Studies, Interior Architecture, or related discipline

Drivers licence

Tools

Revit

BIM tools

Job description

Assist in the planning, management and delivery of the design process for airport infrastructure, commercial property and tenant development projects at Adelaide and Parafield Airports.

Support the Design Manager in coordinating design activities, stakeholder engagement, consultant management and project delivery outcomes to achieve quality design solutions aligned with Adelaide Airport's operational, commercial and strategic objectives. The role contributes to planning studies, concept development and the ongoing improvement of Adelaide Airport design standards and guidelines.

Key Accountabilities

Design Management & Project Delivery

• Support the Design Manager in the planning, management and delivery of airport infrastructure, commercial property and tenant development projects.
• Coordinate consultant teams, stakeholders and design activities to achieve project objectives, programme and quality outcomes.
• Facilitate design reviews, stakeholder engagement activities and consultant coordination.
• Support the management of design changes, project risks and design-related issues throughout project delivery.

Construction & Delivery Support

• Support project delivery from procurement through to construction, handover and defects liability.
• Attend site meetings and assist in resolving design and coordination issues during delivery.
• Review RFIs, shop drawings and design clarifications to maintain design quality and intent.
• Assist with inspections, operational handover and project close-out activities.

Planning, Feasibility & Design Studies

• Undertake feasibility studies, concept investigations, test fits and design studies to support planning and project development.
• Prepare concept models, visualisations and presentations using Revit and other digital design tools.
• Support Airport Planning, Property and Project teams in evaluating operational, commercial and development opportunities.
• Provide occasional support in developing and coordinating 3D airport models to support planning initiatives and GIS integration.

Design Standards & Governance

• Support the development and maintenance of Adelaide Airport design standards, fit out requirements and technical guidelines.
• Promote consistency in design quality, passenger experience and operational outcomes across airport developments.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Other duties as reasonably directed

• Embed Customer Service in attitudes and actions;
• Contribute to a safe, healthy and discrimination free workplace;
• Comply with the WHS Responsibility Guidelines;
• Comply with the Environmental Responsibility Procedure;

Live the AAL values

• Accountability – Excellence starts with ownership
• Integrity – Do the right thing, even when no one’s around to see it
• Respect – Good humans make great workplaces
• Teamwork – Collaboration drives us Celebration unites us
• Customer Focused – Think customer. Always!

Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Degree qualification in Architecture, Design Studies, Interior Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Drivers licence.
• 3 - 6 years' experience in architecture, design consultancy, project delivery, construction, property development or a related field.
• Degree qualification in Architecture, Design Studies, Interior Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Experience coordinating consultants, contractors and stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, regulations, the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards and Adelaide Airport requirements applicable to design and construction projects.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare concept studies, test fits, feasibility assessments and design visualisations.
• Strong understanding of design development, documentation and construction processes.
• Clear understanding of the roles, responsibilities and interactions of clients, consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders throughout the design and construction phases.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to interpret and review technical drawings, specifications and design documentation.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience in aviation, transport, infrastructure, commercial property, retail, hospitality or mixed-use development environments.
• Working knowledge of project procurement and delivery models, including Design & Construct, Construct Only and Managing Contractor arrangements.
• Exposure to design coordination, construction delivery or contract administration
• Proficiency in Revit and digital design tools.
• Exposure to BIM, digital design processes or multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Understanding of operational, commercial and customer experience considerations in development projects.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholder groups to balance operational, commercial and user requirements.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrated commitment to AAL’s vision, mission and values.
• Ability to work autonomously with attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate, negotiate and influence people at all levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• High level computer skills, with sound knowledge of Microsoft suite of packages.
• Sound knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, initiative, self-motivation and a desire to achieve successful outcomes.
• High level of customer service skills.
• Ability to accept responsibility and work under pressure with conflicting deadlines.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate, negotiate and influence people at all levels.

MISCELLANOUS

• Ability to work flexible hours as required to support project and operational requirements.
• Ability to attend and represent Adelaide Airport at internal and external meetings, workshops and site activities relevant to the position.
• Ability to undertake site inspections and construction related activities within an operational airport environment.
• Ability to travel between Adelaide and Parafield Airports and other locations as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).