Project Lead (Architect)

Recruit Collective; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allocated car space in Surfers Parade

Job summary

Recruit Collective is seeking an experienced Registered Architect to lead full end-to-end project delivery in a design-led studio based in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast. You will drive briefing, concept, documentation and construction, coordinating teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.

You will mentor junior architects, manage scope, budget and programmes, and ensure compliance with NCC standards while maintaining design excellence across high-density, residential and mixed-use schemes.

Qualifications

• Registered Architect in Australia with local project experience
• Strong experience delivering complex residential or mixed-use projects
• Ability to lead projects independently and handle multiple priorities
• Highly detail-oriented with strong coordination skills
• Solid understanding of construction methodology, detailing, and coordination
• Experience with precast / modular systems is highly regarded
• Advanced Revit skills and proficiency with Adobe Suite
• Strong communication: pragmatic, clear and solutions-focused

Responsibilities

• Lead full end to end project lifecycle delivery including briefing, concept, documentation, and construction
• Manage scope, budget, programme, and resourcing
• Lead design direction aligned with client vision, budget, and constraints
• Oversee high-quality documentation (DA, BA, IFC)
• Coordinate teams and consultants to deliver clear outcomes
• Ensure compliance with NCC, standards and regulations
• Maintain project quality, clarity, and efficiency
• Mentor and support junior architects and graduates
• Foster a collaborative, accountable team environment
• Manage tendering, procurement, and contractor selection
• Administer contracts and construction phase services
• Review RFIs, shop drawings, variations, and claims
• Help shape the culture, standards, and future direction of the practice

Skills

Revit

Adobe Suite

Tools

Revit

Adobe Suite

Job description

This well-established, design-led architectural practice known for delivering thoughtful, refined, and highly buildable outcomes across residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.

Working across high-density developments, large-scale residential, and complex multi-stage projects, the studio takes a holistic approach, integrating design, documentation, and construction delivery to ensure clarity from concept through to completion.

The team operates within a highly collaborative, open environment where ideas are shared openly, standards are high, and individuals are empowered to take ownership and contribute meaningfully. With a strong pipeline of work and continued growth, this is an opportunity to step into a key role within a progressive, design-focused practice that values both quality and people.

The Working Environment

• Full-time, studio-based role
• Based in Surfers Paradise
• Standard hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm

The Role

• Lead full end to end project lifecycle delivery including briefing, concept, documentation, and construction
• Manage scope, budget, programme, and resourcing
• Lead design direction aligned with client vision, budget, and constraints
• Oversee high-quality documentation (DA, BA, IFC)
• Coordinate teams and consultants to deliver clear outcomes
• Ensure compliance with NCC, standards, and regulations
• Maintain project quality, clarity, and efficiency
• Mentor and support junior architects and graduates
• Foster a collaborative, accountable team environment
• Manage tendering, procurement, and contractor selection
• Administer contracts and construction phase services
• Review RFIs, shop drawings, variations, and claims
• Help shape the culture, standards, and future direction of the practice

A Successful Candidate

• Registered Architect (Australia) with local project experience
• Strong experience delivering complex residential or mixed-use projects
• Confident leading projects independently and managing multiple priorities
• Highly detail-oriented with strong coordination skills
• Solid understanding of construction methodology, detailing, and structural coordination
• Experience with precast /modular systems highly regarded
• Exposure to costing or development-side thinking is a strong advantageAdvanced Revit skills + Adobe Suite
• Strong communicator: pragmatic, clear, and solutions-focused

Why Join Us

• Step into a true leadership role with influence across projects and the practice
• Allocated car space in Surfers Paradise
• Diverse variety - pipeline of projects (high-rise, townhouse, modular, multi-stage developments)
• Key leadership role with real ownership and visibility
• Flat structure with direct access to design leadership
• Suited to someone that is mature in their career, and can work autonomously and in a team
• Collaborative, social, and down-to-earth studio culture
• Open-plan office with strong team environment
• Mid-year events, team initiatives, and Christmas shutdown