An established design-driven architecture practice with studios in Sydney and Canberra is seeking a Senior Project Leader to join their growing team.
Known for delivering complex public and infrastructure projects the studio operates at the intersection of design quality and technical rigour. Their portfolio includes transport infrastructure civic and government projects that shape how communities move and connect.
With a strong leadership team and a steady pipeline of work this is an opportunity to step into a pivotal role where your experience will directly influence project outcomes and team performance.
This position is suited to an experienced Senior Project Leader with 10 to 15 years of professional experience and proven transport project exposure.
You will take ownership of projects from early feasibility through to construction delivery ensuring design integrity consultant coordination and commercial performance are aligned at every stage.
This role requires someone confident managing multidisciplinary teams navigating stakeholder environments and delivering technically robust outcomes within complex regulatory frameworks.
Lead transport and infrastructure projects end to end
Manage design development through documentation and construction phases
Coordinate consultants and multidisciplinary teams
Oversee programme budget and risk management
Liaise with government stakeholders and delivery authorities
Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards
Mentor and guide junior team members
10 years experience within architectural practice
Demonstrated transport project experience
Strong delivery capability with end to end project ownership
Experience working within public or government frameworks
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Proficiency in Revit and documentation leadership
Registered Architect preferred
Bi-annual performance bonuses
Mid-year all-inclusive staff retreat across Sydney and Canberra studios
Ongoing professional development with external industry experts presenting
All-inclusive end-of-year celebration
$500 annual wellness voucher
$500 annual training allowance
This is a studio that invests in its people values leadership and rewards performance. You will be supported trusted and given the autonomy to lead meaningful public infrastructure projects that leave a lasting civic footprint.
To confidentially discuss this opportunity contact Jessica Baker onor email .
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