Lead Design Manager – Major Construction Projects (Brisbane)

Morson Edge Australia

City of Brisbane

On-site

AUD 160,000 - 240,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Morson Edge Australia is seeking a Design Manager for Brisbane to lead design management from concept through construction on major projects, coordinating with consultants, clients and project teams.

This Brisbane-based role offers the chance to manage design programmes, identify risks, and drive coordination across architects, engineers and subcontractors on significant Queensland projects. Salary ranges from $160K to $240K base + super.

Qualifications

  • Experience with a Tier 1 or leading Tier 2 contractor.
  • Experience managing major projects valued at $100M+.
  • Strong design coordination and stakeholder management skills.
  • Background in hospital/healthcare, defence, government, infrastructure or other complex projects is advantageous.
  • Relevant construction, engineering or architectural qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design management from concept through to construction.
  • Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors.
  • Manage design programmes, deliverables and approvals.
  • Identify design risks, clashes and constructability issues.
  • Work closely with Project Managers and construction teams.
  • Manage design changes, technical issues and stakeholder requirements.
  • Drive design coordination and ensure projects stay on programme.

Skills

Design management
Stakeholder management
Coordination
Programme management

Education

Engineering qualification
Architectural qualification

Job description

Morson Edge Australia is seeking a Design Manager for Brisbane to lead design management from concept through construction on major projects, coordinating with consultants, clients and project teams.

This Brisbane-based role offers the chance to manage design programmes, identify risks, and drive coordination across architects, engineers and subcontractors on significant Queensland projects. Salary ranges from $160K to $240K base + super.

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