Senior Project Architect

Radian Architecture is backed by Red Invest Capital Holdings (Red Invest), a 100% Indigenous-owned parent company employing 250+ personnel across a diverse, growing portfolio of businesses and initiatives:

• Red Arrow Australia – labour hire & recruitment
• Radian Architecture – architecture
• Ironstone Australia – construction & maintenance
• Green Arrow Australia – electrical contractor
• ADAPT Indigenous Traineeship Program

The Group is headquartered in Perth, with a rapidly growing east coast team. We currently employ over 250 personnel, with significant growth plans backed by a strong core of blue-chip/Tier-1 clients and a pipeline of projects across all businesses.

We live five core values: Integrity, Sustainability, Innovation, Community and Excellence.

The opportunity:
Radian Architecture is a growing 100% indigenous owned practice, delivering complex projects across government, health, education and community sectors. We’re looking for a Senior Project Architect to take a leading role in project delivery, client relationships and team growth. This is a key appointment for someone who wants real influence in a business on an upward trajectory, with technical knowledge and management skills.

The role:
This role suits someone who enjoys balancing design excellence with technical delivery, mentoring teams and building trusted client relationships. As a Senior Project Architect, you will take ownership of projects both big and small from inception to completion, overseeing design, documentation, consultant coordination and client relationships with minimal oversight. Working closely with the Director, you'll help deliver successful projects, support business development, mentor the team and contribute to the ongoing growth of the practice.

What you’ll be doing:
Project leadership and delivery:

• Lead and oversee architectural projects from early planning through delivery
• Direct design strategy and ensure documentation quality and compliance
• Manage project governance, approvals pathways and stakeholder engagement
• Coordinate consultant teams and manage program, risk and deliverables
• Lead BIM delivery, Revit documentation standards and consultant coordination across projects
• Drive design quality from concept through delivery while balancing buildability, budget and client outcomes

Client leadership and business development:

• Represent the practice with clients, authorities and delivery partners
• Maintain and grow relationships across key sectors including Department of Housing & Works, Universities, Health and Education
• Contribute to pursuits, panels, EOIs and tender responses
• Defence experience is valued and will be viewed favourably

 People leadership:

• Foster an inclusive, collaborative and culturally respectful workplace aligned with Radian's values
• Lead, coach and mentor project teams
• Build team capability and culture through strong day-to-day leadership
• Support recruitment and onboarding as the studio grows
• Contribute to continuous improvement of people, systems and standards
• Work collaboratively with Indigenous designers, cultural advisors and community stakeholders to deliver culturally informed design outcomes

What we’re looking for:
Required:

• Registered Architect
• Senior Project Architect experience preferred; however, exceptional Project Architects with demonstrated capability and the potential to step into the role over time will also be considered
• 10–15+ years’ experience, including senior leadership on complex projects
• Demonstrated capability leading multiple projects and teams concurrently
• Strong technical documentation and construction knowledge
• Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence operating in government environments
• Advanced Revit capability
• Deep understanding of NCC/BCA and consultant coordination
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Highly regarded:

• Established networks and a strong track record working with Department of Housing & Works, Universities, Health and Education clients
• Defence project experience and familiarity with associated governance and documentation expectations
• Experience winning work, building client relationships and growing a team

How you’ll operate:

• Autonomous, accountable and calm under pressure
• Clear communicator who can lead clients and teams with confidence
• Practical problem-solver with high standards for design and delivery
• Respected mentor who lifts capability around you

What you’ll get:

• A senior, visible role with real influence in a growing national practice
• The opportunity to lead major work across meaningful sectors
• A strong platform to build a team, shape delivery standards and contribute to growth
• Competitive salary package aligned to experience
• A collaborative environment where you can shape project delivery, mentor teams and contribute to the ongoing growth of the practice
• A clear pathway to leadership positions as you demonstrate your capability and the practice continues to grow

How to apply:
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Radian Architecture is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live, including their Elders, both past and present. We extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.