26th May, 2025
Senior Architect – Project Delivery Focus
Location: Sydney, NSW
Type: Full-time | Permanent
We are seeking a Senior Architect with a strong focus on project delivery to join a leading Sydney-based practice. This role is critical in ensuring that projects transition seamlessly from detailed design through to construction and completion, maintaining design intent, quality, and compliance.
You will play a leadership role in managing the delivery phase of complex projects, coordinating with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to achieve outstanding built outcomes.
About the Client:
A design-focused practice committed to radical exploration in pursuit of extraordinary solutions.
Recognised as a commercially astute and trusted business partner, the studio delivers innovative design outcomes for Australia’s leading private and public organisations across a range of typologies, including city centre high-rises, mixed-use towers, multi-unit residential developments, workplace interiors, hotels, hospitality venues, and major retail centres.
Their work enhances its surroundings, adds value to urban and natural landscapes, and is designed to stand the test of time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the delivery stages of projects, including construction documentation, tendering, contract administration, and site services.
- Manage the production of detailed construction documentation, ensuring compliance with BCA/NCC, Australian Standards, and project specifications.
- Coordinate closely with consultants, engineers, builders, and authorities throughout the delivery phase.
- Administer construction contracts, including responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and conducting site inspections.
- Identify and proactively manage project risks, technical challenges, and program requirements.
- Maintain and protect design integrity throughout the delivery and construction process.
- Mentor and support project teams with technical and delivery expertise.
- Ensure project milestones, budgets, and quality benchmarks are met.
Skills & Experience: - Registered Architect in Australia.
- 10+ years' professional experience with a strong background in project delivery and construction phases.
- Proven track record delivering medium to large-scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use projects.
- Exceptional construction knowledge and technical detailing skills.
- Proficiency in Revit is essential; experience with BIM 360, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite is highly regarded.
- Deep understanding of construction contracts (AS 4000, D&C contracts, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and client management abilities.
- Ability to lead and mentor teams effectively.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to quality outcomes.
What's on Offer: - Senior leadership opportunity within a progressive and established practice.
- Exposure to high-profile and complex projects across Sydney and beyond.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Clear career progression pathways into Associate and Project Director roles.
- Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team environment.
If you are a technically skilled Senior Architect passionate about delivering high-quality built outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
0414 534 688
lee@glassrecruitment.com.au
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