Project Leader – Gold Coast

Cottee Parker Architects (CPA) is looking for an experienced and motivated Project Leader to join our Gold Coast studio.

We're seeking someone with a strong background in multi-residential, residential and commercial projects, who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting and has the technical expertise to deliver high-quality architectural outcomes.

If you're highly proficient in Revit, confident leading project teams and experienced in taking projects from concept through to construction, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join CPA?

Cottee Parker Architects is an established, award-winning architectural practice known for delivering innovative and considered design solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

Our Gold Coast studio offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with talented professionals and contribute to shaping the region's evolving built environment.

About The Role

As a Project Leader, you'll play a key role in managing and delivering a diverse portfolio of multi-residential, residential and commercial developments.

Working closely with our Project Directors, you'll lead project teams, coordinate consultants, manage client relationships and oversee design development, documentation and delivery.

We're looking for someone who can confidently take ownership of projects, balance design intent with technical requirements and keep everything moving on time and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and coordinate architectural projects across multi-residential, residential and commercial sectors.
- Manage project teams through design development, documentation and construction phases.
- Oversee consultant coordination and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Drive project delivery, ensuring quality, budgets and timelines are achieved.




- Maintain high technical and documentation standards using Revit and BIM workflows.
- Review project documentation to ensure compliance with the NCC, relevant Australian Standards and local planning requirements.
- Provide guidance, support and mentorship to junior team members.
- Work collaboratively with Project Directors to achieve successful project outcomes.

What We're Looking For

- Minimum 7+ years' experience within an architectural practice.

- Demonstrated experience across multi-residential, residential and commercial projects is essential.
- Proven ability to lead projects and manage teams from design through to delivery.
- Advanced Revit proficiency and strong technical documentation skills.
- Sound understanding of construction detailing, the NCC, Australian Standards and local building requirements.
- Experience coordinating consultants, managing project programmes and resolving technical challenges.
- Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Confidence in dealing directly with clients, consultants and contractors.
- Architectural registration in Australia, or working towards registration, will be highly regarded.
- Australian permanent residency or citizenship.

What You'll Get

- The opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects across the Gold Coast and beyond.
- A supportive, collaborative studio with experienced industry professionals.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- Access to CPA's leadership and professional development programmes.
- The opportunity to make a real impact and take ownership of your projects.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're an experienced Project Leader with a passion for architecture, strong technical capability and a proven background in multi-residential, residential and commercial projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now: https://my.tanda.co/ats/apply/job/dc4c4f0e-dffa-48b3-a50d-18bcb2726db8

📌 Project Leader (Gold Coast)
🏢 Cottee Parker
📍 Gold Coast