Senior Associate

Company Description

With eight design studios worldwide, chances are you've encountered our work. We specialise in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, and urban design. Our diverse, multi-disciplinary team brings together a wealth of skills and perspectives that unlock the economic, social, and cultural potential of projects.

Across our studios we connect insight and creativity, creating a better future by designing the world’s best places – places people love, is what drives us.

At Hassell, we're dedicated to sustainability and regenerative design. Our designers play a pivotal role in shaping a better future for communities and our planet. Join us in making a lasting impact.

Job Description

We’re seeking an accomplished senior architect to join our Brisbane studio as Design Team Leader, taking a key leadership role on one of Queensland’s largest new health infrastructure projects.

This position suits a registered architect operating at Senior Associate level who thrives on leading multidisciplinary teams, fostering a strong design culture, and guiding complex project delivery from early design through to construction.

You’ll be a central point of coordination — ensuring design quality, collaboration, and communication remain at the highest standard across a large team and with our client partners.

Qualifications

• 10 + years of professional experience in architecture, including large-scale infrastructure projects
• Registered Architect (or eligibility for registration in Queensland)
• Proven ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary design teams of 20+ people
• Demonstrated experience on complex health, education, infrastructure, or major civic projects
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with confidence engaging directly with clients
• Deep understanding of design management, documentation, and coordination processes
• Proficiency in Revit and collaborative digital design workflows
• Ability to navigate complex project phases including ECI and Design & Construct
• Experience maintaining design quality, alignment with scope, and resourcing requirements
• Strong sense of accountability, teamwork, and adaptability in fast-moving project environments

Additional Information

Why Choose Hassell? 

Our team enjoys a wide range of benefits to support their development and well-being:

• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers. 
• A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work, location flexibility and work pattern flexibility
• Inter-studio transfer opportunities 
• Wellbeing benefits 
• Development and training opportunities, including access to online training programs and our People Coach program. 
• Study assistance.

Hassell is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety by fostering inclusive environments that value the cultural identities, perspectives, and practices of all individuals. We prioritise ensuring that everyone feels safe, included, and respected.

Our local studios serve as primary hubs for in-person connection and collaboration, and we offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Hassell encourages sustainable work hours and actively supports the holistic health and well-being of our people.

Apply Now We're a fast-paced and proactive practice, so we don't wait until applications close to review them. Submit your CV and professional portfolio. Please note that we do not accept speculative candidates via agencies or third parties.