Project Leader or Senior Project Leader | Global Practice | Sydney
Mega Recruitment is partnering with a highly regarded international architecture and design practice to appoint an experienced Project Leader or Senior Project Leader to its Sydney studio.
This is a key permanent appointment for a senior architectural professional with proven experience leading complex projects, managing multidisciplinary teams and driving delivery across all stages of a project.
The practice is an established global brand with a strong reputation for innovation, design excellence and the use of advanced technology across its projects and studios. With a growing pipeline of significant work, the business is seeking an accomplished leader who can take ownership of major projects and provide direction to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
As Project Leader or Senior Project Leader, you will be responsible for the successful leadership and delivery of complex architectural projects from early design through to documentation and construction.
You will work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and senior studio leaders while managing internal project teams, programme requirements, commercial outcomes and design quality.
This role requires someone who is currently leading projects and can demonstrate genuine responsibility for project performance, team management and client relationships.
The position is offered on a full-time permanent basis and includes:
Two days working from home
Performance-based bonus structures
A strong and clearly defined career pathway
Exposure to major local and international projects
Access to leading technology, systems and design tools
Key Responsibilities
Leading complex architectural projects across all stages of delivery
Managing project teams, resources,



responsibilities and performance
Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders
Coordinating architects, designers, consultants and technical specialists
Managing project programmes, deliverables, budgets and commercial requirements
Providing clear leadership and direction throughout the project lifecycle
Ensuring project outcomes meet quality, design, technical and contractual standards
Identifying project risks and implementing practical solutions
Leading consultant and client meetings
Managing project reporting, resourcing and workflow
Reviewing documentation and maintaining quality-control processes
Supporting and mentoring architects and emerging project leaders
Contributing to broader studio planning, business development and project strategy
You will be an experienced architectural professional with approximately *****+ years of industry experience and a strong track record leading complex projects within Australia.
You must have:
Recent experience leading major architectural projects
A minimum of approximately *****+ years of professional experience
Current Sydney or Australian architectural practice experience
Strong client-management and stakeholder-engagement capability
Experience managing multidisciplinary consultant teams
Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of project financials
The ability to manage teams, deadlines, resources and competing priorities




Strong technical and construction knowledge
Experience working across all phases of a project
Excellent communication, leadership and decision-making skills
Full working rights in Australia
Registration as an Architect in Australia would be highly regarded.
Applicants must have experience leading complex, large-scale projects in one or more of the following sectors:
Rail
Transport
Infrastructure
Health
Education
Civic and cultural
Government
Technology and innovation
The successful candidate will have more than project coordination experience. You must be able to demonstrate current responsibility for leading teams, managing clients and driving projects through key design and delivery milestones.
This is a rare opportunity to join a leading international design business that combines global resources with a strong local studio culture.
The practice is recognised for embracing innovation and remaining at the forefront of design technology, digital delivery and emerging project methodologies.
You will benefit from:
Two days working from home
Flexible start and finish times
Performance and bonus structures
A clear pathway toward more senior leadership opportunities
Exposure to major and technically complex projects
Access to global knowledge, systems and specialist expertise
A collaborative and highly capable leadership team
Strong career development and mentoring opportunities
A workplace that supports flexibility, performance and career progression
This opportunity would suit an experienced Project Leader seeking greater project ownership, or a Senior Project Leader looking to join a globally recognised practice with a clear path toward broader studio leadership.
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📌 Project Leader Or Senior Project Leader | Global Practice | Sydney (New South Wales)
🏢 Mega Recruitment
📍 New South Wales