DESIGN MANAGER (CLIENT-SIDE)

Mosaic Property Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mosaic Property Group – Fortitude Valley QLD is seeking a client‑side Design Manager to uphold the Mosaic brand and drive design excellence across multi‑residential projects in Brisbane. You will review designs, lead finishes, and coordinate with development and construction teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of 5 years’ post-graduation experience, a Bachelor of Architectural Design, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-graduation experience in multi‑residential projects as Project Lead/Design Manager.
• Design, documentation and on-site delivery experience.
• Bachelor of Architectural Design.
• Strong communication with project stakeholders.
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects.
• Passionate about architecture and place making with a practical design eye.
• Registered Architect (advantageous, but not required).
• Interior design experience (advantageous, but not required).

Responsibilities

• Review designs, documentation and drawings to ensure alignment with Mosaic standards, budgets and design intent.
• Evaluate apartment layouts and provide recommendations to enhance functionality.
• Participate in marketing phase activities including reviewing renders, finishes and styling.
• Lead the selection of finishes and fixtures within quality, aesthetic and budget targets.
• Conduct milestone site inspections to ensure alignment with design intent and brand standards.
• Attend site meetings to address design queries and RFIs with construction teams to minimise delays.
• Stay informed on industry trends and supplier innovations to support high-quality design outcomes.
• Oversee design and coordination of project wayfinding signage.
• Collaborate with development, construction and internal teams for cohesive outcomes.
• Contribute to weekly design workshops and consultant coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Design management

Architectural design

Stakeholder communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor of Architectural Design

Job description

Mosaic Property Group – Fortitude Valley QLD

Mosaic Property Group is a renowned property developer committed to delivering projects of the highest quality and innovation. As we continue to shape the urban landscape, we are seeking a skilled and motivated client-side Design Manager to uphold the Mosaic brand and ensure excellence in design and project delivery.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support all stages of the project lifecycle by reviewing and analysing designs, documentation, and drawings to ensure alignment with Mosaic standards, budgets, and design intent.
• Evaluate apartment layouts and provide recommendations that enhance functionality and overall design outcomes.
• Participate in marketing‑phase activities, including reviewing renders, finishes, styling, and marketing materials.
• Lead the selection of finishes and fixtures that balance quality, aesthetics, and budget requirements, and manage the sample review and sign‑off process.
• Conduct milestone site inspections and provide architectural guidance to ensure works align with design intent, documentation, and brand standards.
• Attend site meetings to respond to design‑related queries and RFIs, and work proactively with construction teams to minimise delays, rework, and cost impacts.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, supplier innovations, and market developments to support high‑quality, contemporary design outcomes.
• Oversee the design and coordination of project wayfinding signage.
• Collaborate closely with development, construction, and other internal teams to achieve cohesive project outcomes.
• Actively contribute to weekly design and development workshops and assist with consultant coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have:

• 5 years minimum post‑graduation work experience in multi‑residential projects as a Project Lead / Design Manager, working on design led projects.
• Design, documentation and site experience
• Bachelor of Architectural Design
• Strong communication skills with project stakeholders
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects
• Passionate about architecture, interior design and place making with a good, practical, design eye.
• Registered Architect (advantageous, but not a requirement)
• Interior Design experience (advantageous, but not a requirement)

ABOUT MOSAIC

At Mosaic, we don’t just develop buildings, we shape places of enduring value and set new standards for what exceptional living looks like.

As one of Queensland’s most awarded and respected developer/builders, Mosaic has redefined premium residential development through a relentless commitment to design, quality, and delivery. Our fully integrated model — spanning research, acquisition, design, development, construction, and long‑term management, allows us to control every detail and deliver with absolute certainty for our customers.

We are fiercely proud of what we create, but it’s our people who make it possible. Mosaic is powered by a high-performing team of industry leaders and rising stars — bold thinkers, problem solvers, and collaborators who care deeply about what they do and the legacy they leave behind.

If you value excellence and lead with authenticity, this is your opportunity to grow with industry leaders and shape a career that’s both meaningful and rewarding.

LIFE AT MOSAIC

At Mosaic, we’re unapologetically hardworking, because we care deeply about what we create and the people we create it with. Here, you’ll be surrounded by a high-performing team that thrives on accountability, initiative, and shared success.

You’ll gain meaningful, hands‑on experience, backed by genuine support and opportunities to grow. We champion those who lean in, speak up, and go the extra mile, and we make sure our people feel proud of the part they play.

If you’re energised by pace, passionate about quality, and motivated to turn challenges into impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and help shape remarkable outcomes from the ground up.

Successful candidates will be contacted.