Relocate to Australia: Associate Director - Project Architect (NSQEP)

Company Description

AECOM is dedicated to growing and evolving the built environment. Our portfolio includes iconic and award-winning buildings and landscapes, from strategic planning to project realization. We prioritize digital innovation and invest in sustainable solutions for clients and communities.

About the role

As an Associate Director – Project Architect, you will lead the design and delivery of complex facilities within highly regulated environments such as defense, research, and nuclear infrastructure. You will provide architectural leadership, manage interfaces, and ensure design integrity throughout all stages of delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design and delivery of complex defense, research, and nuclear infrastructure projects
• Act as Project Architect, maintaining design intent and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams
• Integrate architectural, structural, services, and specialist systems into cohesive solutions
• Translate nuclear safety case and regulatory requirements into robust architectural design responses
• Oversee design development, technical documentation, and compliance with relevant standards
• Manage client and stakeholder engagement, building trusted relationships and aligning project objectives
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to project teams

Qualifications

• Accredited degree in Architecture with registration as an Architect in Australia (or eligibility for registration)
• 10-15+ years’ experience in architecture, including leadership roles on complex, safety-critical projects
• Proven experience acting as Project Architect and/or Principal Consultant on medium to large-scale projects
• Demonstrated experience in highly regulated environments such as defense, laboratories, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or nuclear-related facilities
• Strong understanding of Defence design standards, government delivery frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Experience working with safety-in-design principles, human factors, and complex systems integration in high-hazard environments
• Australian Citizenship (or eligibility for AUKUS clearance) is required; NSQEP recognition and/or postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded

Additional Information

Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, full-time, part-time, job-sharing, and hybrid work options are available. Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year, flex public holidays, and continuous learning and growth opportunities are provided. AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion.