What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Architect position at Kappa Executive Search?
Lock in long-term security with confirmed project work for the next five years.
At the same time, you’ll enjoy a flat 38-hour workweek and flexible start and finish times so you can shape your day around your life. Whether it’s time with family, hobbies or just breathing space, you’ll have control over your schedule.
Take full ownership of large-scale public sector projects from concept through to delivery, where your design decisions will shape Queensland’s built environment. These high-profile projects will give you a platform to showcase your expertise and build a standout portfolio.
With direct client interaction, consultant coordination and leading design development, you’ll sharpen your leadership and communication skills. You’ll guide a team of graduates and technicians, passing on your knowledge while influencing design across some of the state’s most significant civic and defence projects.
Enjoy fast-track promotion opportunities and frequent salary reviews that reward your impact and ambition. You’ll also benefit from structured mentoring and support with Queensland Architecture Registration to help advance your career.
What you'll do
Lead multi-million-dollar projects, making key design and technical decisions that showcase your vision and expertise. You’ll shape high-profile civic, public sector and defence projects from design to delivery.
Drive design development, DA submissions, tender documentation, RFI responses and site visits, ensuring timelines and profitability targets are achieved. Coordinate consultants and manage stakeholder engagement, liaising directly with clients and overseeing QA processes for documentation.
What you'll need
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Solid experience delivering projects in Australia from DA through to handover
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Strong Revit proficiency (essential) and knowledge of industry-standard tools
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Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to lead meetings
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Ambition and drive – someone who thrives in a collaborative studio and is eager to grow
About the company
This practice has a long-standing history in Queensland and a growing national footprint. With an expanding portfolio of civic, defence, education and healthcare projects, the studio has built its reputation on thoughtful design and robust delivery.
A team of 50 professionals work together in a culture that values creativity, innovation and collaboration. The size and structure allows any project to be managed while maintaining personal and responsive service throughout all project stages.
You can call Shane on 0406 639 008 if you have any questions. Or you can email them to me at shane.obrien@kappaexecutive.com
Kappa Executive Search is a boutique search firm based in Sydney. We specialise in Architecture, Interior Design, and PM/QS sectors. We pride ourselves in working with the highest calibre candidates and consultancies across Australia.
www.kappaexecutive.com
Job summaryWork end to end on massive public sector projects in Queensland. Design, lead and deliver, whilst managing stakeholders along the way.Key selling points
- Large complex projects at feasabilty stage
- Immediate start with unmatched project longevity on offer.
- Leading Brisbane Architecture Studio
