Job Description
Founded in **** by architects Domenic Cerantonio and Chris Stribley, Cera Stribley is an architecture and interior design practice with
115 people across Melbourne and Brisbane
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We work across
multi-residential, commercial, hospitality and private residential projects
, with a shared belief in the value great design can bring to cities, communities and clients.
Why You'll Love Working Here n
Founded in **** by architects Domenic Cerantonio and Chris Stribley, Cera Stribley is an architecture and interior design practice with
115 people across Melbourne and Brisbane
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We work across
multi-residential, commercial, hospitality and private residential projects
, with a shared belief in the value great design can bring to cities, communities and clients.
How we work n
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Flexible working hours
with seven Working Windows — choose a start time between
7:30am and 10:30am
and finish between
4pm and 7pm
, giving you more flexibility around your day
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Wellness benefits
including weekly yoga and HIIT, professional massages, breathwork sessions, mental health support, EAP, and 20% off a Richmond membership at The Commons
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Structured career development
with dedicated support for professional and personal growth
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Who we are n
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Vibrant, collaborative culture
with mentorship, knowledge sharing and regular celebrations of team wins
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Gender-balanced team
with 52% women and 48% men
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Social impact opportunities
including volunteering and fundraising, with a commitment to expanding how we give back to our community
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Regular social events
with plenty of opportunities to connect beyond the day-to-day
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Doggo-friendly office
with a full roster of pups to pat and play ball with
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Richmond location
right next to the train station
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Certified Carbon Neutral




and committed to continually reducing the environmental impact of our work
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The Opportunity in a Nutshell n
This Melbourne-based opportunity is suited to a Registered Architect with 8+ years' experience and a strong balance of design, technical, and project leadership capability.
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As a key member of the team, you'll lead projects across a diverse portfolio, coordinating high-quality packages and presentations, managing project resourcing and budgets, and building strong client relationships. You'll bring strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and the ability to confidently lead small to medium-sized project teams within a collaborative, design-led practice.
Key Responsibilities n
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Lead the design and delivery of multi-residential projects from Feasibility and Concept through to Town Planning and early Design Development
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Develop creative, commercially informed design solutions with strong planning outcomes
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Lead client presentations, stakeholder engagement, and consultant coordination
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Manage project programs, budgets, resourcing, and project outcomes in collaboration with leadership and operations teams
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Mentor and support project teams, fostering collaboration, technical excellence, and professional growth
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Contribute to design reviews, competitions, studio initiatives, and continuous improvement across the practice
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Ensure projects align with relevant codes, regulations, sustainability principles, and quality standards
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About You What You Bring n
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Strong leadership,



communication, and client relationship skills
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Creative design thinking supported by strong technical capability and attention to detail
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Ability to balance design leadership, project delivery, and team management in a fast-paced environment
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Experience and Skills n
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Registered Architect with 10+ years' experience
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Robust design portfolio with demonstrated experience across multi-residential projects
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Experience working with developers and commercially driven project outcomes
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Strong track record delivering projects across multiple stages
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Experience leading small to medium-sized project teams
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Excellent documentation and construction administration skills
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Thorough understanding of the NCC, BADS, and project delivery processes
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Highly proficient in Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, and Enscape
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Sound knowledge of sustainable design principles
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Don't Meet Every Single Requirement? n
We value diverse perspectives and unique life experiences. If you love this role and meet most of what we are looking for, we want to hear from you.
Our Recruitment Process n
Thank you for your interest in joining Cera Stribley. Our recruitment process is designed to be as seamless and transparent as possible.
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If shortlisted, this is what you can expect:
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Quick phone conversation with Mel from HR
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First Interview with Mel and the Hiring Managers (preferably F2F – come in for a tour!)
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Coffee with one of our Managing Principals
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We look forward to exploring your candidacy with us soon!
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📌 Senior Design Architect (Team Lead / Associate Suitable) (Melbourne)
🏢 Cera Stribley
📍 Melbourne