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About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead multi-disciplinary design management (structure, building services, civil, architecture and specialist disciplines) from concept through to construction
- Own the design management plan, scope, program, budget, risk and change processes for complex Defence projects
- Coordinate inputs from Aurecon teams across Australia and offshore, ensuring integrated, clash-free and buildable design solutions
- Champion digital engineering and model-based delivery (BIM and common data environments) across the design lifecycle
- Engage directly with Defence and other key stakeholders, facilitating design reviews, technical workshops and approvals
- Provide technical leadership, coaching and guidance to design managers, engineers and drafters in the Buildings team
- Embed safety, security, quality and sustainability in all design decisions
Requirements
What you’ll need- Degree qualification in structural, civil, mechanical, electrical or building services engineering, or architecture
- Significant experience (typically 10+ years) in the design and delivery of complex building projects, with a strong track record in Defence or other secure government facilities
- Proven experience as a Design Manager / Design Lead on multi-disciplinary projects – coordinating interfaces, resolving design issues and managing risk
- Strong working knowledge of Australian building codes and standards, and Defence/secure-facility design requirements
- Confidence engaging directly with clients, user groups, contractors and sub-consultants – including in live Defence environments
- Familiarity with BIM tools and digital collaboration platforms, and a passion for better, more efficient ways of delivering projects
- Australian citizenship is essential
- Existing Defence security clearance (e.g. NV1) or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Be part of a people-focused culture that values diversity, inclusion and flexible working arrangements
- Access structured development, mentoring and leadership opportunities within our Buildings and Defence markets.
- Join a global network of designers, engineers and advisors who are re-imagining engineering and design every day.
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Hard Skills & Tools
design managementbuilding services engineeringcivil engineeringstructural engineeringmechanical engineeringelectrical engineeringBIMrisk managementdesign deliverytechnical leadership
Soft Skills
communicationstakeholder engagementcoachingteam coordinationproblem-solvingfacilitationdecision-makingcollaborationleadershipadaptability
Certifications
degree in engineeringdegree in architectureDefence security clearance (e.g. NV1)Australian citizenship