Senior Architect

Kappa Executive Search; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home

Flexible hours

Job summary

Kappa Executive Search is seeking a Senior Architect to lead major education projects across Queensland, taking ownership of technical delivery, client relationships and project leadership. The role covers new schools, campus expansions and specialist facilities, with strong cross‑disciplinary coordination to meet the needs of students and staff.

The position offers WFH flexibility and adjustable start/finish times, with a salary package up to $140,000 inclusive of Superannuation.

Responsibilities

• Design development and documentation through to contract administration and construction.
• Manage project packages, resolve technical issues, coordinate delivery teams and mentor junior architects.

Job description

This is an opportunity for a Senior Architect to take ownership of major education projects across Queensland, with responsibility for technical delivery, client relationships and project leadership.

The role involves working on new schools, campus expansions and specialist education facilities, including performing arts centres, creative learning environments and purpose-built teaching spaces. Projects require close coordination with consultants, educators and contractors to deliver facilities that meet the needs of students, staff and the wider school community.

Responsibilities extend from design development and documentation through to contract administration and construction. This includes managing project packages, resolving technical issues, coordinating delivery teams and mentoring junior architects.

What makes this one worth considering:

Diverse education projects across Queensland, from primary schools through to tertiary facilities

Autonomy to manage project priorities and make key technical decisions

Opportunity to develop specialist expertise in education architecture

Work on facilities that directly improve learning environments for students and teachers

WFH and flexible start and finish times

Salary package of up to $140,000 inclusive of Superannuation