At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver innovative commercial interior projects while mentoring junior designers.
- Company: IA Group, a respected design and advisory practice with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Collaborative environment, professional growth opportunities, and meaningful project involvement.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities to work on high-quality projects across various sectors.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in design while supporting a dynamic team and clients.
- Qualifications: Proficient in Revit/AutoCAD, strong communication skills, and client engagement experience.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
TESS Search Partners is proud to be partnering with IA Group (IA), a nationally respected design and advisory practice, to appoint a Senior Designer for their Adelaide studio. This is an opportunity to support IA’s growing South Australian portfolio across commercial, defence, education and workplace projects. Reporting to senior leadership, this role sits at the intersection of design leadership, project delivery and client engagement.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of commercial interior projects across all stages
- Manage client relationships, briefing processes and presentation of design solutions
- Oversee project documentation, coordination and delivery standards
- Lead and mentor junior designers, contributing to team capability and growth
- Coordinate consultants and stakeholders to ensure integrated project outcomes
- Contribute to tender submissions, proposals and client presentations
- Monitor project progress, ensuring delivery aligns with programme, budget and quality expectations
Ideally, you will be someone who enjoys taking ownership of design outcomes while supporting and mentoring others. You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy balancing creativity with technical delivery.
Qualifications
- Strong proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite
- Solid understanding of NCC/BCA and Australian Standards
- Confidence engaging with clients and presenting design solutions
- Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
- Strong communication skills and a practical, solutions-focused approach
Benefits
IA offers a collaborative and people-first culture built on trust, wellbeing and professional growth. You’ll be part of a national team that values innovation, design excellence and genuine teamwork, with opportunities to develop your career while working on meaningful, high-quality projects. Working in a fast-paced, autonomous environment, you will work closely with clients, contractors, consultants and IA’s national team, supporting the project lifecycle, from briefing through to construction and handover.
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