Lead Design Manager - Multi-Residential

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 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.