▷ [Immediate Start] Senior Design Associate

3 weeks ago

Newcastle City Council, Australia ACRWORLD Full time

Lead high-value modular education projects from concept to delivery. Leadership and career growth. Amazing flexibility and hybrid working environment.

As the retained recruitment partner to Marathon Modular, I am proud to be managing the search for a Senior Design Associate to join their team.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role with one of Australia’s leaders in design & construct modular construction, a family-owned business with over 20 years of experience delivering innovative and sustainable building solutions.

We encourage Architects to apply who are open to a hybrid work environment, relocation to the Hunter Valley region or happy to commute on a minimal basis.

Overview

The Senior Design Associate will take a lead role in securing high-value Design & Construct projects ($10–20M+). This client-facing role blends architectural expertise with pre-construction strategy to position Marathon as the builder of choice.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead architectural input during early project phases, balancing design quality, buildability, and cost.
- Champion modular construction as a premium, design-led alternative to traditional methods.
- Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to secure early project involvement.
- Contribute to bid strategies with compelling design narratives and graphics.
- Represent Marathon at industry forums and networking events.
- Mentor internal teams, enhancing design literacy and consultant coordination.
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation across modular design practices.

Qualifications & Experience

- Registered Architect with 7–10+ years’ experience in senior design roles.
- Proven track record delivering $10–20M+ education, defence, or commercial projects.
- Strong knowledge of modular and D&C methodologies, BCA, and regulatory frameworks.
- Skilled in design development, constructability, and value engineering.
- Proficient in BIM (Revit) and experienced in consultant management.
- Recognised design leader with strong presentation and relationship-building skills.

Attributes

- Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen.
- Detail-oriented, adaptable, and solutions-focused.
- Confident, collaborative, and respected within the architectural and construction community.
- Aligned with Marathon’s values: Responsibility, Creativity, Innovation, Quality.

Why This Role?

- Work with a modular builder shaping the future of education facilities.
- Join a collaborative and supportive culture with over 40 staff and a strong contractor network.
- Drive innovation, sustainability, and design leadership in a high-growth sector.

What's on offer?

- Amazing flexibility and hybrid working environment
- Company car
- Leadership and clear career growth
- Innovative Architecture - shape the future of Educational projects across Australia
- Work for an industry leader outside of a typical Architecture office

To confidentially discuss this opportunity, please contact David Hailame at david.hailame@acrworld.com or on 0415 282 717, or apply via the link.

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