Project Lead

Cottee Parker; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottee Parker Architects is seeking an experienced Project Leader for Brisbane and the Gold Coast. You will lead architectural projects from concept to delivery, leveraging strong Revit skills and hands-on leadership to coordinate teams, consultants and clients.

The role emphasizes design excellence, documentation integrity and timely delivery. You will guide project briefs, programs and resourcing, mentor junior staff, and ensure QA standards while managing budgets and milestones in fast-paced

Qualifications

• Proficient in Revit and BIM with leadership in design, documentation and delivery.
• Experience leading architectural projects and teams across retail, multi-residential, townhouses or hotels.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, codes and planning requirements; able to coordinate multidisciplinary consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate architectural projects from design through documentation and delivery.
• Plan and manage project teams, resources, timelines and deliverables.
• Work with Project Director to establish project briefs, programs and resourcing.

Skills

Revit proficiency

BIM experience

Project leadership

Client communication

Coordination

Time management

Problem solving

Construction knowledge

Australian registration

Permanent working rights

Education

Architectural registration in Australia

Job description

Cottee Parker Architects (CPA) is on the lookout for an experienced Project Leaders in Brisbane and the Gold Coast who thrives in fast-paced, design-focused environments and has a passion for delivering retail, multi-residential, townhouses and/or hotels projects. If you're a Revit Pro with outstanding leadership skills and a track record of managing high-quality projects from concept to completion — we want to hear from you.

Why Join CPA?

Cottee Parker Architects is a well-established and forward-thinking architectural practice that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality design solutions across a variety of sectors including multi-res, boutique hotels, luxury housing, commercial, and retail projects.

About The Role

We’re looking for someone who combines strong project leadership with highly efficient, hands-on Revit capability and the technical knowledge to confidently lead projects through design, documentation and delivery. You’ll work closely with our Project Directors, leading project teams, coordinating consultants and clients, managing documentation and helping ensure projects are delivered to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate architectural projects from design through documentation and delivery
• Plan and manage project teams, resources, timelines and deliverables
• Work closely with the Project Director to establish project briefs, programs and resourcing requirements
• Provide day-to-day leadership and technical direction to architects, graduates and designers
• Take an active, hands-on role in Revit and project documentation, ensuring documentation is accurate, coordinated and delivered efficiently
• Coordinate external consultants across structural, mechanical, electrical and other disciplines
• Manage client communication and maintain strong working relationships throughout the project
• Review documentation and maintain quality assurance standards
• Monitor project progress, budgets, variations and key milestones
• Identify and resolve technical, coordination and project delivery issues
• Mentor and support junior team members while creating a collaborative and productive project environment

What We’re Looking For

• Highly efficient and proficient Revit skills – essential
• Strong BIM, technical detailing and documentation capability
• Demonstrated experience leading architectural projects and project teams
• Relevant sector experience across retail, multi-residential, townhouses and/or hotels
• Strong understanding of construction methodology, building codes and planning requirements
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultants and complex documentation packages
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and project resources effectively
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues before they impact delivery
• Confident communication skills and experience working directly with clients and consultants
• Experience in contract documentation, tender and construction stages will be highly regarded
• Architectural registration in Australia (or working towards it).
• Must have permanent working rights in Australia.

What You’ll Get

• Be part of award-winning projects that shape Australia’s built environment.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive and progressive studio culture.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.

We appreciate your interest in joining Cottee Parker. Only candidates selected to progress to the next stage will be contacted.