About the client With decades of experience in construction, building design, and in-house manufacturing, this company focuses on setting new benchmarks for industrial warehouse and factory spaces across NSW, ACT, and VIC. As an Australian-owned and operated family business with strong values, they have been delivering quality buildings for over 45 years, prioritising safety and efficiency.
Supported by an experienced and driven team, the company provides innovative solutions for industrial projects and places a high emphasis on exceptional customer service. By maintaining direct control over the entire construction process—from architectural and structural design to in-house manufacturing of steel and concrete panels, through to on-site project management—they deliver efficient builds and impactful business outcomes for their clients.
About the Role We are looking for an experienced Head of Design with a strong preconstruction background to lead a team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing design strategy, ensuring efficient and cost-effective project delivery with a focus on buildability and value engineering. You will work closely with clients and internal teams on high-profile industrial projects, building lasting relationships and effectively resolving issues.
Key Responsibilities Oversee pre-construction design activities across multiple construction projects, including architectural planning, and handling DA, CC, or CDC approvals.Lead and develop a high-performing design and preconstruction team, aiming to consistently exceed client expectations.Manage all projects using a proven preconstruction process to ensure quality and efficiency.Collaborate with clients, project managers, architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve cost-effective and efficient project outcomes.Provide guidance on project design schedules, budget planning, buildability, and construction methodology.Analyse project specifications and contracts to understand design requirements, ensuring seamless installations.Identify and address design issues in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure optimal business results.Update senior management regularly on project design progress, highlighting any risks or opportunities.Ensure compliance with all project specifications, contracts, and applicable regulations.Maintain strong client relationships, addressing issues to achieve positive outcomes for all parties involved.Uphold company values, including teamwork, reliability, continuous improvement, and quality.About You As the Head of Design, you will bring extensive preconstruction experience and demonstrate strong leadership in managing high-performing design teams. You are effective at stakeholder management and excel in delivering successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will have:
10-15 years of experience in design management within the construction industry.At least 5 years leading design teams with a proven track record of accountability.Experience with industrial projects ranging from $10M to $50M+.A proactive, detail-oriented approach with high initiative.Proficiency in project management tools/software such as CAD and BlueBeam.Strong knowledge of construction contracts, industry regulations, and standards.What We Offer A fantastic opportunity within a market-leading business experiencing significant growth.Career development opportunities – we are committed to investing in our people.A supportive and collaborative team culture.Competitive remuneration package.Participation in our Incentive Program (Bonus) Scheme, paid on a quarterly basis.For more information and confidential conversation, please feel free to contact Don - W Talent on ******** , or for immediate consideration, please apply now or preferably email your CV to [email protected] Please note, due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding.