Job Description
Join a team that's building more than projects.
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At Decode, we believe exceptional projects start with exceptional design. Our success is built on strong relationships, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to quality in everything we do. As a leading construction business, we specialise in delivering high-quality residential developments across NSW, creating homes and communities that leave a lasting impact.
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We're continuing to grow and are looking for an experienced Design Manager's & Senior Design Manager's to join our team, supporting the delivery of complex Class 2 residential projects across Sydney.
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This is an opportunity to play a critical role in coordinating design excellence, ensuring compliance with evolving legislation, and driving successful project outcomes from planning through to completion.
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If you're passionate about residential construction, stakeholder collaboration, and delivering well-designed, buildable projects, we'd love to hear from you.
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THE ROLE
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Reporting to the Project Manager, you'll be responsible for managing and coordinating the design process across Class 2 residential developments, ensuring projects meet design, compliance, programme, quality, and commercial objectives.
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Working closely with architects, consultants, certifiers, subcontractors, and project delivery teams, you'll act as the key link between design and construction, ensuring seamless coordination and successful project execution.
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Key responsibilities include:
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Managing the end-to-end design process for Class 2 residential projects from concept design through to construction completion.
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Coordinating architectural, structural, civil, services, façade, and specialist consultant teams.
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Driving design programmes and ensuring key deliverables are achieved in line with project milestones.
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Facilitating design coordination workshops and stakeholder meetings.
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Reviewing design documentation for buildability, completeness, compliance, and construction efficiency.
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Managing RFIs, design changes, consultant engagement, and design-related project risks.
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Supporting procurement and subcontractor engagement through technical reviews and scope development.
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Ensuring compliance with NSW Class 2 requirements, the Design and Building Practitioners Act, NCC, SEPP requirements, and relevant Australian Standards.
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Working closely with project teams to identify opportunities for value engineering and design optimisation.
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Managing consultant performance and maintaining strong relationships with key project stakeholders.
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Supporting project delivery teams throughout construction to resolve design issues and maintain programme outcomes.
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Assisting with authority approvals, certifications, and project documentation requirements.
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ABOUT YOU
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You're a proactive and commercially minded Design Manager with strong experience delivering residential developments within the NSW market. You understand the complexities of Class 2 compliance, enjoy managing multidisciplinary teams, and have a passion for delivering projects that balance design quality with practical construction outcomes.
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You'll also bring:
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Proven experience as a Design Manager on Class 2 residential projects within NSW.
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Strong understanding of apartment developments and multi-residential construction.
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Comprehensive knowledge of the Design and Building Practitioners Act (DBP) and Class 2 compliance requirements.
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Experience coordinating architects, engineers, façade consultants, services consultants, and specialist design disciplines.
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Strong understanding of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, and planning pathways.
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Demonstrated experience managing design programmes and consultant deliverables.
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Ability to identify and mitigate design, programme, and compliance risks.
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Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
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A collaborative approach with the ability to build strong relationships across project teams.
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Tertiary qualifications in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
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WHY DECODE?
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At Decode, you'll join a team that genuinely values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. We invest in our people and provide opportunities for long-term career development within a supportive and high-performing workplace.
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In return, you'll have the opportunity to:
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Join a collaborative and experienced project delivery team.
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Work on projects from early planning through to completion.
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Be part of a business committed to quality, compliance, and innovation.
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Develop your career within a growing and respected organisation.
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Work alongside some of the industry's leading consultants and construction professionals.
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Help create high-quality residential communities that leave a lasting impact.
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Ready to make an impact?
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If you're looking for an opportunity to shape the design and delivery of high-quality Class 2 residential projects and join a team committed to excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Design Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Decode Group
📍 New South Wales