The Opportunity_
We are seeking a motivated and talented Design Lead who will be responsible for delivering high-quality schematic designs for architectural projects including external renders and building layouts; developing a clear understanding of client requirements; and ensuring the successful completion of project designs that meet or exceed client expectations.
Key Responsibilities_
- Liaison with the client for architectural design scope
- Designing and documentation of architectural designs of a high standard in line with Hillam Architects and specific project aspirations, delivered on time and on budget.
- Preparation and delivery of briefs, sketches, BIM modelling and drawings, verbal/written and graphic presentations, schedules, specifications, reports and opinion of costs.
- Design management including assisting project leader in planning, monitoring and reviewing.
- Reporting on brief, scope, programme, budget, delivery progress and invoicing.
- Design management including managing architectural design project performance.
- Implementing an architectural design project plan including design deliverables.
- Project control in compliance with company processes, policies, and quality requirements.
Skills and Experience_
- Tertiary qualification in Architecture (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years postgraduate experience.
- Experience in at least one of the following: multi-residential, hotel, student accommodation, build-to-rent, townhouses, carbon-neutral and highly rated energy buildings, commercial, or fit-out projects.
- Multi-residential experience an advantage.
- Client facing and presentation experience.
- Front end, schematic design experience.
- Briefing, design, presentation, communication, BIM implementation, review, delegation and motivation.
- Ability to work collaboratively with clients, consultants, builders, authorities and other project or practice stakeholders.
- Ability to assess time requirements and drive projects to completion within project budgets and milestones.
- Strong skills in Revit plus the Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.
- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Task and time measurement and management skills.
- Flexible and adaptable.
What We Offer_
- Ongoing training and development
- Personal development allowance
- Frequent social events
- Attractive parental leave policy
- Warm and friendly company culture
- Full Australian working rights are required for this role.
To Apply_
Please provide a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in the position, along with your updated resume and portfolio.
If your portfolio is too large to upload to SEEK, please email it to info@hillam.com.au and note the role you are applying for.
