Job Description
Founded in **** by architects Domenic Cerantonio and Chris Stribley, Cera Stribley is an architecture and interior design practice with115 people across Melbourne and Brisbane.
We work acrossmulti-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
Founded in **** by architects Domenic Cerantonio and Chris Stribley, Cera Stribley is an architecture and interior design practice with115 people across Melbourne and Brisbane.
We work acrossmulti-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
Flexible working hourswith seven Working Windows — choose a start time between7:30am and 10:30amand finish between4pm and 7pm, giving you more flexibility around your day
Wellness benefitsincluding weekly yoga and HIIT, professional massages, breathwork sessions, mental health support, EAP, and 20% off a Richmond membership at The Commons
Structured career developmentwith dedicated support for professional and personal growth
Who we are
Vibrant, collaborative culturewith mentorship, knowledge sharing and regular celebrations of team wins
Gender-balanced teamwith 52% women and 48% men
Social impact opportunitiesincluding volunteering and fundraising, with a commitment to expanding how we give back to our community
Regular social eventswith plenty of opportunities to connect beyond the day-to-day
Doggo-friendly officewith a full roster of pups to pat and play ball with
Richmond locationright next to the train station
Certified Carbon Neutraland committed to continually reducing the environmental impact of our work




The Opportunity in a Nutshell
This Melbourne-based chance is suited to a Registered Architect with 8+ years' experience and a strong balance of design, technical, and project leadership capability.
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
Lead the design and delivery of multi-residential projects from Feasibility and Concept through to Town Planning and early Design Development
Develop creative, commercially informed design solutions with strong planning outcomes
Lead client presentations, stakeholder engagement, and consultant coordination
Manage project programs, budgets, resourcing, and project outcomes in collaboration with leadership and operations teams
Mentor and support project teams, fostering collaboration, technical excellence, and professional growth
Contribute to design reviews, competitions, studio initiatives, and continuous improvement across the practice
Ensure projects align with relevant codes, regulations, sustainability principles, and quality standards
About You What You Bring
Strong leadership,



communication, and client relationship skills
Creative design thinking supported by strong technical capability and attention to detail
Ability to balance design leadership, project delivery, and team management in a fast-paced environment
Experience and Skills
Registered Architect with 10+ years' experience
Strong design portfolio with demonstrated experience across multi-residential projects
Experience working with developers and commercially driven project outcomes
Strong track record delivering projects across multiple stages
Experience leading small to medium-sized project teams
Excellent documentation and construction administration skills
Thorough understanding of the NCC, BADS, and project delivery processes
Highly proficient in Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, and Enscape
Sound knowledge of sustainable design principles
Don't Meet Every Single Requirement?
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
Thank you for your interest in joining Cera Stribley.
Our recruitment process is designed to be as seamless and transparent as possible.
If shortlisted, this is what you can expect:
Quick phone conversation with Mel from HR
First Interview with Mel and the Hiring Managers (preferably F2F – come in for a tour!)
Coffee with one of our Managing Principals
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