Project Architect

D&B ·www.designandbuild.com.au

Location VIC - Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Salary AUD 120,000 - 170,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Architecture & Interiors
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Senior Project Architect / Project Architect Melbourne
Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Project Architect looking to take the lead on large-scale, complex projects while working within a collaborative and growing architectural practice?

We're partnering with a highly regarded Melbourne-based architecture and design studio with a strong pipeline of work across multi-residential, seniors living, aged care, mixed-use and complex commercial developments.

With projects ranging from $60M to $150M+, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects from the early design stages right through to construction.

This role will suit someone who thrives in a client-facing environment, enjoys working closely with builders, consultants and project stakeholders, and wants to play a key role in delivering technically challenging projects.

The Opportunity
You'll be joining a close-knit, collaborative team where you'll have the opportunity to lead projects from feasibility and concept design through to documentation, construction and completion. The studio works in a highly collaborative manner, with Project Architects playing an active role throughout the entire project lifecycle rather than being limited to one phase.

The practice has a strong pipeline of large-scale residential and seniors living projects, while also delivering complex projects within sectors such as data centres and service-intensive infrastructure. As a result, they're open to speaking with architects from either a strong multi-residential background or those with experience delivering technically complex buildings.

For experienced candidates looking for the next step, there is a genuine pathway into an Associate-level position.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead architectural projects from early design through documentation, construction and completion.
  • Develop practical, buildable design solutions while maintaining design intent throughout delivery.
  • Coordinate consultants, builders, clients and project stakeholders across all project phases.
  • Produce and oversee high-quality Revit documentation.
  • Manage project programmes, deliverables, quality assurance and technical coordination.
  • Work closely with builders and owners to resolve design and construction challenges.
  • Attend site meetings, manage RFIs, review shop drawings and support contract administration.
  • Mentor junior architects and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
  • Support continuous improvement of project systems, workflows and delivery processes.
About You We're keen to speak with architects who have:
  • 8+ years' experience within architectural practice.
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale projects, ideally within multi-residential, mixed-use, seniors living, aged care or similarly complex project sectors.
  • Alternatively, experience delivering data centres, healthcare, industrial or other highly serviced infrastructure projects will also be highly regarded.
  • Strong technical documentation and project delivery experience.
  • Excellent consultant, client and builder coordination skills.
  • Advanced Revit capability.
  • Strong understanding of Australian construction and documentation standards.
  • Contract Administration experience or exposure throughout construction.
  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
Why Apply?
  • Work on projects valued between $60M–$150M+.
  • Strong pipeline of secured work.
  • Exposure to projects from concept through construction.
  • Genuine opportunity to step into broader project leadership.
  • Clear pathway towards an Associate-level position.
  • Collaborative, supportive team with an excellent reputation for project quality.
  • Opportunity to work directly with clients, builders and senior leadership on complex, technically challenging developments.
If you're looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership of significant projects and continue developing your career within a growing practice, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Please DO NOT apply if you are outside of Australia

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Project Architect role?
D&B is hiring for the Project Architect position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Project Architect job located?
The Project Architect role with D&B is based in VIC - Melbourne, VIC, AU.
What does the Project Architect role pay?
D&B lists the Project Architect role at AUD 120,000–170,000 per year.
Is the Project Architect role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at D&B.
What experience level is the Project Architect role?
The Project Architect position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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