Design Lead

6 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Hays Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
  • From Designer to Design Lead-Take the Leap and Lead Projects
  • From Concept to Completion - Be the Driving Force
  • Excellent Salary | Brisbane Based

Your new company

Join a fast-growing design and construction firm specialising in Education, Hospitality, and Healthcare refurbishment and fitouts. With a reputation for excellence and partnerships with Brisbane's leading providers, this company is redefining spaces that matter.

Your new role

This is your opportunity to step into a Design Lead position and take charge. Perfect opportunity for an experienced and passionate Interior Designer ready to lead, shape and design an in-house design unit -A career-defining move for an emerging interior designer.

You'll work closely with senior leadership and design director, driving projects from concept to completion and eventually leading your own team. If you're a visionary designer ready to make your mark, ready to take the next step in design management - this is the role for you.

What you'll be doing

  • Lead the design process across all phases - from schematic design and client engagement to final delivery
  • Create compelling concepts, mood boards, 3D renders, and detailed documentation
  • Collaborate with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of design and build
  • Influence projects across diverse sectors, delivering high-impact, meaningful spaces.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Tertiary Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or Built Environment
  • Extensive experience in a design-focused role within studio and/or D&C environments
  • Strong understanding of fitout design requirements including lighting, mechanical, data, and spatial flow
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and exceptional 3D rendering capabilities
  • Strong design ability - hand sketching highly regards
  • A passion for leadership, innovation, and creating spaces that inspire
  • Experience within the Australian market is required
  • Graphic Design - Software Design is not applicable for this position
  • Must be living in Australia and have full Australian working rights

What you'll get in return

  • Fast-tracked career progression with leadership opportunities
  • Above-market salary and direct mentorship from senior management
  • The chance to shape a new design division and build your own team
  • Work on projects that make a real difference in communities across Queensland

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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