Project Architect / Project-Coordinator

Summary

• Award-winning architectural studio
• Global design practice
• Full-time, Permanent

About DKO

We are a celebrated, multidisciplinary design practice with a team of 280 professionals across six studios in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. Our portfolio includes diverse projects such as bespoke residences, luxury hotels, innovative hospitality and workplace interiors, urban design, large-scale master planning, and landscape architecture. At DKO, our workplace culture is shaped by our core values, fostering a safe, inclusive, and diverse environment where our people can excel.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Project Architect/ Coordinator. You’ll support the delivery of projects from concept through to on-site completion – assisting with concept development, documentation, and coordination through to final build. This role will suit someone who can confidently liaise with both design and construction teams.

Duties include:

• Lead clear, proactive and positive communication and coordination with clients, consultants, authorities, and contractors across all phases of the project
• Interpret and apply regulatory and statutory framework to work with the team, determine client requirements for building projects
• Perform site visits to ensure work is done according to architectural plans
• Contribute to construction documentation packages
• Develop and present thoughtful, innovative design solutions
• Participate in client meetings and presentations confidently
• Support a positive and collaborative culture

Skills & Experience:

To be successful in this role, you will be/have:

• Bachelor or Masters of Architecture
• 3+ years experience in project coordination, architecture, or design & build
• Solid understanding of the design and construction process
• Excellent communicator, confident supporting consultants and builders
• Collaborative, organised, and eager to contribute to a vibrant office culture
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage projects with multiple stakeholders and clients
• Proactive mindset and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Dedication to delivering high-quality work on time
• Experience with ArchiCAD highly regarded, other CAD software experience considered

Remuneration and Benefits

In addition to having the opportunity to grow and be challenged, and to be part of a creative environment, our people enjoy a range of rewarding benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Monthly team events
• Flexible work arrangements available
• Generous Parental Leave
• Cultural leave

How to apply

Please send through a letter of application and a current resume/portfolio careers@dko.com.au Please include Project Architect /Coordinator – Melbourne in the subject line.

We will ensure all applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Candidates must be currently eligible to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis.

Apply to careers@dko.com.au