Technical Design Manager - Venues & Major Infrastructure

Familyandkids; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Familyandkids is seeking a Technical Design Manager to lead technology projects across ICT, AV and venue systems. You will guide projects from requirements through handover, coordinating clients, consultants and contractors to deliver practical, integrated solutions.

You will manage multidisciplinary design work, maintain schedules and budgets, and ensure safety and quality standards are met across APAC, with opportunities to travel and contribute to continuous improvement of delivery processes.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of experience managing technology design and/or delivery projects.
• Strong understanding of ICT, AV, security, digital infrastructure and systems integration principles.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary designs and interfaces with building services.
• Proven project management skills across programmes, budgets, risks, scope and change control.
• Excellent communication and relationship management with clients, consultants, vendors and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Define requirements, scope, priorities and delivery milestones with clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate design across ICT, AV, security, digital infrastructure and venue systems.
• Oversee drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation for delivery.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, risks and changes with clear reporting.
• Lead coordination with consultants, vendors, contractors and internal teams.

Skills

Tech project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering or ICT degree

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Microsoft 365

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for a Technical Design Manager - Venues & Major Infrastructure to lead complex technology projects across ICT, audiovisual (AV), security, digital infrastructure and venue technology.

You’ll guide projects from initial requirements and programming through design, documentation, construction, commissioning and handover. Working closely with clients, consultants, vendors, contractors and technical teams, you’ll bring people and disciplines together to deliver coordinated, practical technology solutions.

This role will strengthen our project and client management capability as we deliver current and upcoming commitments across APAC., You'll guide projects from initial requirements and programming through design, documentation, construction, commissioning and handover. Working closely with clients, consultants, vendors, contractors and technical teams, you’ll bring people and disciplines together to deliver coordinated, practical technology solutions., * Lead technology projects from initial briefing and programming through design, construction and handover.

• Work with clients and stakeholders to define requirements, scope, priorities and delivery milestones.
• Coordinate design across ICT, AV, security, digital infrastructure and venue systems, drawing on specialist technical expertise.
• Oversee drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation, ensuring designs are coordinated and suitable for delivery.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, risks and changes, providing clear reporting and timely escalation.
• Build strong client relationships and coordinate consultants, vendors, contractors and internal technical teams.
• Manage construction phase coordination, including site meetings, contractor submissions, technical queries and design changes.
• Oversee quality reviews, testing, commissioning, defects resolution and operational handover.
• Contribute to proposals, project scoping and improvements to design and delivery processes.
• Support safe design and delivery in line with PMY policies and applicable workplace health and safety requirements.

About the Employer

Our client is a global provider of technology, data and creative solutions for the live environment. Across APAC, the USA and EMEA, they partner with clients in sports, entertainment, venues, education, retail and public infrastructure to deliver impactful, end-to-end solutions.

Combining global expertise with deep local insight, we deliver strategy, design, implementation, operations, software, data and fan experience solutions that help organisations operate smarter and create exceptional live experiences.

They're driven by collaboration, creativity and innovation, with more than 450 team members supporting over 1,000 clients across 15 countries.

About the Candidate

• At least five years' experience managing technology design and/or delivery projects in venues, major infrastructure or complex built environments.
• A strong understanding of ICT, AV, security, digital infrastructure and systems integration principles.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary designs, technical documentation and interfaces with building services.
• Proven project management skills across programmes, budgets, risks, scope and change control.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills, with experience working with clients, consultants, vendors and contractors.
• Experience supporting construction delivery, testing, commissioning and operational handover.
• Confidence using project planning and documentation tools such as MS Project or Smartsheet, Microsoft 365 and Bluebeam. Familiarity with CAD/BIM coordination workflows is desirable.
• A relevant qualification in Engineering, ICT, Construction Management or Project Management, or equivalent practical experience.
• Willingness to travel and obtain any required construction site accreditation or inductions.

Work Environment

• Work on high-profile stadium, venue, major event and infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to complex, technology-rich environments where your designs have a visible operational impact.
• Join a multidisciplinary team with deep expertise across technology, engineering and live experiences.
• Enjoy a flexible and supportive working environment.
• Access opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Be part of a collaborative, creative and passionate global team.
• Receive a competitive salary and employee benefits.

Inclusion & Belonging

Our client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. Through initiatives including our RAP Committee, we continue to support reconciliation, inclusion and meaningful community impact across our business and industry.