Higher Education Design Lead & Tertiary Sector Innovator

Bespoke Careers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Studio culture of innovation

Work-life balance

Diverse project opportunities

Job summary

Bespoke Careers is seeking a Senior Architect to lead flagship tertiary education projects in Melbourne. You will guide design teams from concept through construction, shaping university campuses and research facilities with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

You will drive sector strategy, manage key university relationships, and coordinate documentation via Revit. A senior, strategic thinker with strong communication will excel in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years local post-graduate experience in tertiary education projects.
• Proven track record with university or higher education campuses.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of flagship tertiary education projects from concept to construction.
• Drive sector strategy and establish the studio as a leader in university design.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to ensure innovative, functional outcomes.
• Coordinate technical detailing using Revit and ensure precise documentation.
• Contribute to business development through tertiary sector connections.
• Manage and mentor design teams, maintain timelines and budgets.
• Represent the studio at industry events and build university partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Mentoring design teams

Strategic planning

Communication

Project governance

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Bespoke Careers is seeking a Senior Architect to lead flagship tertiary education projects in Melbourne. You will guide design teams from concept through construction, shaping university campuses and research facilities with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

You will drive sector strategy, manage key university relationships, and coordinate documentation via Revit. A senior, strategic thinker with strong communication will excel in this role.