Senior Architect
Summary
Senior Architect at a long-established Brisbane practice specialising in education buildings. Leads Queensland school and campus projects end to end — design development, documentation, contract administration and construction — coordinating consultants and contractors and mentoring junior architects. Salary up to A$140,000 incl. super, with WFH and flexible hours.
This is an opportunity for a Senior Architect to take ownership of major education projects across Queensland, with responsibility for technical delivery, client relationships and project leadership.
The role involves working on new schools, campus expansions and specialist education facilities, including performing arts centres, creative learning environments and purpose-built teaching spaces. Projects require close coordination with consultants, educators and contractors to deliver facilities that meet the needs of students, staff and the wider school community.
Responsibilities extend from design development and documentation through to contract administration and construction. This includes managing project packages, resolving technical issues, coordinating delivery teams and mentoring junior architects.
What makes this one worth considering:
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Diverse education projects across Queensland, from primary schools through to tertiary facilities
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Autonomy to manage project priorities and make key technical decisions
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Opportunity to develop specialist expertise in education architecture
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Work on facilities that directly improve learning environments for students and teachers
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WFH and flexible start and finish times
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Salary package of up to $140,000 inclusive of Superannuation
About the company
This Brisbane architecture practice has been operating for decades, with considerable experience designing and delivering education facilities across Queensland. Its portfolio includes state schools, independent colleges, university buildings and specialist learning facilities.
The studio has an established education team with experienced senior architects and Directors who understand the technical, operational and planning requirements of school environments. There is an emphasis on maintaining long-term relationships with education providers, with projects often involving masterplanning, staged developments and working within operational campuses.
You can call Shane O'Brien on 0406 639 008 or email shane.obrien@kappaexecutive.com if you have any questions.
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