Project Architect

Design & Build Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Project Architect role in Brisbane with a nationally recognised architecture studio. You will lead multi-residential projects from design development to completion, engaging with clients and consultants and guiding teams through documentation, approvals, tender and construction.

You will own briefs, design strategies, and design development, while mentoring junior graduates and maintaining high design standards to meet timeframes and budgets.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in an Australian architectural practice.
• Registered Architect or actively pursuing registration.
• Proven track record delivering multi-residential projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of multi-residential projects from early design through construction.
• Engage with clients and consultants to build strong working relationships.
• Develop project briefs, scopes of work and design strategies.
• Lead concept design and design development, independently and in teams.
• Resolve design and technical challenges throughout delivery.
• Maintain high design standards and ensure commercial project outcomes.
• Mentor junior graduates and contribute to a collaborative studio environment.

Skills

Client communication

Project coordination

Leadership

Mentorship

Design development

Education

Registered Architect (or working towards)

Tools

Revit

Job description

Senior Project Architect

I'm currently partnering with a nationally recognised architecture studio that has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality developments across Australia. Due to a strong pipeline of projects and continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Project Architect to play a key role in leading multi-residential projects from design development through to completion.

Looking for Brisbane architects who enjoy being involved throughout the project lifecycle — from early concept and design development through to documentation, approvals, tender and construction.

As a Senior Project Architect, you'll take ownership of major multi-residential projects, ensuring exceptional design outcomes are delivered on time and within budget. You'll work closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams throughout every stage of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of multi-residential projects from early stages, through to construction.
• Engage directly with clients and consultants building strong and collaborative connections.
• Develop project briefs, scopes of work and design strategies.
• Lead concept design and design development, working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Resolve design and technical challenges throughout project delivery.
• Maintain high design standards while ensuring commercial project outcomes.
• Contribute to a collaborative studio environment, providing mentorship to junior graduates, bringing a proactive and creative approach to projects.

What we look for:

• Registered Architect or working towards registration.
• 8+ years' experience within an Australian architectural practice.
• Strong background delivering multi-residential apartment projects.
• Excellent Revit documentation skills.
• Sound understanding of the NCC, Australian Standards, and local planning requirements.
• Proven experience coordinating consultants and managing project delivery.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

If you're looking to take the next step in your architectural career and join a practice with an outstanding reputation and an exciting future, I'd love to have a confidential conversation.

Your application will be treated as strictly confidential.