Associate - Architecture

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Flexible work policy

Parental leave benefits

Training and development opportunities

Study assistance

Job summary

Hassell Melbourne is seeking an Associate to lead the delivery of complex architectural projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams and building trusted relationships with clients and collaborators. You will contribute to the continued growth of the Melbourne studio while shaping projects that create lasting value for clients and communities.

Working across sectors including rail, health, infrastructure, multi-residential, commercial, workplace and education, you will mentor architects, champion

Qualifications

• A degree in Architecture and registration as an Architect (or eligibility for registration in Australia).
• Proven experience leading the delivery of complex architectural projects or significant project packages in the Australian market.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating consultants across multiple project stages.
• Strong design, technical and project delivery capabilities with balance of quality, technical excellence and commercial outcomes.
• Experience managing programmes, resources, budgets and client expectations within complex environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement with clients and senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative leadership with mentoring and development focus.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of long-term client relationships and growth.
• Proficiency in Revit and BIM-enabled project delivery.
• Passion for sustainable, innovative, people-centred design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex architectural projects or significant workstreams from concept through to completion.
• Inspire design excellence balancing creativity, sustainability, technical rigour and commercial outcomes.
• Lead multidisciplinary consultant teams managing scope, programme, resources, budgets and risk.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and stakeholders as a project leader.
• Contribute to winning new work through client engagement, proposals and presentations.
• Lead, mentor and develop architects and emerging designers, fostering a collaborative, inclusive team culture.
• Champion innovation, continuous improvement and sustainable design practices.
• Uphold Hassell's values by collaborating across disciplines and exploring new possibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Collaboration

Team management

Business development

Design leadership

Education

Architecture degree

Architect registration (or eligible)

Tools

Revit

BIM

Job description

With eight design studios worldwide, chances are you've encountered our work. We specialise in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, and urban design. Our diverse, multi-disciplinary team brings together a wealth of skills and perspectives that unlock the economic, social, and cultural potential of projects.

Across our studios we connect insight and creativity, creating a better future by designing the world’s best places – places people love, is what drives us.

At Hassell, we're dedicated to sustainability and regenerative design. Our designers play a pivotal role in shaping a better future for communities and our planet. Join us in making a lasting impact.

Job Description

This is an opportunity to connect with experienced architectural professionals interested in future opportunities across a range of sectors including rail, health, infrastructure, multi-residential, commercial, workplace, education, civic and mixed-use.

As an Associate, you'll play a key leadership role within our practice, leading the delivery of complex architectural projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams and building trusted relationships with clients and collaborators. You'll contribute to the continued growth of our Melbourne studio while helping shape projects that create lasting value for our clients and communities.

Working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, you'll:

• Lead the delivery of complex architectural projects, or significant workstreams on major projects, from concept through to completion.
• Inspire design excellence by balancing creativity, sustainability, technical rigour and commercial outcomes throughout every stage of a project.
• Lead multidisciplinary consultant teams while managing project scope, programme, resources, budgets and risk to achieve outstanding client outcomes.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and key project stakeholders, acting as a confident and credible project leader.
• Contribute to winning new work through client engagement, proposals, presentations and business development activities that support the continued growth of the Melbourne studio.
• Lead, mentor and develop architects and emerging designers, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team culture.
• Champion innovation, continuous improvement and sustainable design practices across projects and teams.
• Embody Hassell's values by taking ownership, collaborating across disciplines and exploring new possibilities to create exceptional outcomes.

Qualifications

• A degree in Architecture and registration as an Architect (or eligibility for registration in Australia).
• Demonstrated experience leading the delivery of complex architectural projects or significant project packages within the Australian market.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating consultants across multiple project stages.
• Strong design, technical and project delivery capabilities, with the ability to balance design quality, technical excellence and commercial outcomes.
• Experience managing project programmes, resources, budgets and client expectations within complex project environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the confidence to work directly with clients and senior project stakeholders.
• A collaborative leadership style with a genuine passion for mentoring, developing and inspiring others.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of how successful projects contribute to long-term client relationships and business growth.
• Proficiency in Revit and BIM-enabled project delivery.
• A passion for creating sustainable, innovative and people-centred design solutions.

Additional Information

Why Hassell?

• Our team enjoys a wide range of benefits to support their development and well-being:
• A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work, location flexibility, and work pattern flexibility
• Generous paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers.
• Purcahsed Leave Policy
• Development and training opportunities, including access to online training programs and our People Coach program
• Studyassistance

To learn more about the benefits we offer, please visitour Benefits Page .

Hassell is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. Wedemonstrateour commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety by fostering inclusive environments that value the cultural identities, perspectives, and practices of all individuals. We prioritise ensuring that everyone feels safe, included, and respected.

Our local studios serve as primary hubs for in-person connection and collaboration, and we offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Hassell encourages sustainable work hours and actively supports the holistic health and well-being of our people.

Please note that we do not accept speculative candidates via agencies or third parties.

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