Design Manager – Commercial Construction
Sydney | $1M–$30M Projects | New Build & Fit-Out
Ready to take the next step in your design career?
Join a dynamic commercial builder delivering high-quality projects across education, hospitality, health, and defence. With a strong pipeline of work ranging from $1M to $30M, this is a rare opportunity to lead design delivery across both new build and refurbishment projects.
About the Role
As Design Manager, you'll play a key role in coordinating design development from early concept through to construction. You'll work closely with clients, consultants, and project teams to ensure design outcomes are practical, buildable, and aligned with project goals.
This role suits someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys solving design challenges in real-time. Whether you're an experienced Design Coordinator ready to step up, or an Architect looking to move client-side, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
* Managing consultant teams and design documentation
* Driving buildability, compliance, and value engineering outcomes
* Working closely with delivery teams to ensure smooth handover to site
* Supporting early contractor involvement and client presentations
What We're Looking For
* 3–7 years' experience in design coordination, architecture, or construction
* Strong understanding of construction methodology and documentation
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
* A proactive mindset and collaborative approach
Why Join?
* Diverse project portfolio across sectors and scales
* Supportive team culture with strong leadership
* Career progression opportunities into senior roles
* Flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance
Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat to Dan Copping on
We're open to candidates from architecture, design coordination, or construction backgrounds who are ready to take the next step.
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