At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting projects from concept to construction while managing budgets and teams.
- Company: Dynamic architecture studio in Surfers Paradise with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Allocated car space, diverse projects, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a flat structure with direct access to design leadership and team events.
- Why this job: Step into a leadership role and make a real impact on innovative designs.
- Qualifications: Registered Architect with experience in complex residential or mixed-use projects.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
- 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 advantage
- Advanced 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
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Project Lead employer: Recruit Collective
Join a dynamic boutique accounting and advisory firm in the heart of the Gold Coast, where you will not only manage a diverse client portfolio but also engage in innovative projects that drive the firm's growth. With a strong emphasis on professional development, a supportive work culture, and clear pathways to leadership, this role offers an exceptional opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced lifestyle in a vibrant location. Embrace the chance to build lasting relationships and contribute to exciting advancements in technology and automation within the accounting profession.
We think you need these skills to ace Project Lead
Project Lifecycle Management
Budget Management
Design Direction
High-Quality Documentation
Team Coordination
NCC Compliance
Mentoring
