Senior Architect/ Associate - Data, Defence, and Health projects
- Lead complex architectural projects from briefing and concept design through documentation, consultant coordination and construction delivery.
- Manage project programmes, budgets, resourcing and financial performance while maintaining design quality.
- Build client relationships, lead teams and contribute to studio operations, business planning and leadership growth.
An exciting opportunity is available for a Registered Architect to join an established, multidisciplinary design practice delivering complex projects across Australia. With a strong pipeline of technically demanding work, the role will focus on major data centre, defence and health projects, offering the opportunity to lead significant commissions within a collaborative, nationally connected team. Combining design leadership, technical delivery and commercial responsibility, this position will suit an experienced Senior Project Architect or Associate seeking greater ownership and influence. There is also genuine scope to contribute to studio growth and progress towards a broader leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead complex projects from briefing and concept design through to detailed documentation, consultant coordination and construction delivery.
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Oversee project programmes, budgets, resourcing and financial performance, balancing design quality with commercial objectives.
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Drive the delivery of technically challenging projects across data centre, defence and health sectors, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and national colleagues.
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Build trusted client relationships, coordinate consultants and manage stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
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Contribute to team development, studio operations and business planning, with the opportunity to take on increased leadership responsibility.
Skills & Experience
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Registered Architect with substantial experience delivering complex projects across multiple project stages.
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Proven capability leading large-scale projects, with strong technical knowledge, consultant coordination and project management skills.
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Experience across data centres, defence or healthcare projects is highly regarded, particularly where projects involve complex technical, regulatory or operational requirements.
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Confident communicator with the ability to lead project teams, manage client relationships and engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.
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Commercially astute and proactive, with an interest in contributing to business growth and developing towards studio leadership.
Benefits & Culture
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Join an established, multidisciplinary practice with a strong pipeline of complex, technically challenging projects.
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Work across significant data centre, defence and health commissions, contributing to projects with lasting operational and community impact.
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Collaborate with a nationally connected team, drawing on expertise across disciplines and locations.
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Access flexible working arrangements within a supportive and collaborative studio environment.
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Take ownership of key projects while influencing design quality, delivery outcomes and team performance.
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Pursue a clear pathway for career progression, with scope to expand your influence across studio operations and leadership.
Consultant
Jenna Harrold
Principal - Strategic Appointments
jenna.h@bespokecareers.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-harrold-494b2289/
Reference number: 74661
Profession:ArchitectureSenior Architect
Strategic AppointmentsSenior Architect
Company: Bespoke Careers
Date posted: 29th Oct, 2026
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