About Us
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you licence to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
Our workplace is collaborative and diverse, built on a history of controlling our own destiny, putting people first and offering careers that provide for a secure future. At HDR, you are part of a team, surrounded by talent that brings out your best.
The Role
In the role of Project Coordinator / Architect, you'll collaborate with the wider project team for the design and documentation of architectural projects. Create construction documentation of the building and assist in coordination with the consultant team to address the client brief and to satisfy HDR objectives.
Key Accountabilities
We will count on you to deliver outcomes in the following key areas:
Design Philosophy & Leadership
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Coordinate the architectural design process, develop alternative solutions and presentation graphics to communicate concepts effectively.
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Produce reasonable study models, renderings, montages, diagrams and presentations, including same or image boards, to clearly communicate design intent.
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Demonstrate understanding of national / international design precedents, applying best practice, innovation and considered design response.
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Contribute to early-stage project processes through design brief development, site analysis and information gathering to support project direction and deliverables.
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Display solid sketching, diagramming, visualisation and verbal / visual presentation skills to support your involvement and contribution to project early stages.
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Review and interpret Design Reports from prior stages to gain insight into the cumulative project design narrative.
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Understand the hierarchy of current stage project Design Intent to determine a ‘critical / nice to have / minimum level of design’ appraisal of all elements.
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Propose creative and technically sound design solutions that capture / enhance the design intent of the project.
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Assist with the preparation for internal and external design and documentation reviews, ensuring all design solutions enhance and maintain the project’s design intent.
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Develop and improve basic knowledge of materiality and material limitations being specified and drawn within project-specific contexts.
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Develop ability to translate Design Intent into clearly defined project deliverables across all project phases.
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Develop sound understanding of how theoretical architectural design translates into commercial architectural practice (understanding the ‘Design Process’).
Technical Delivery
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Begin to independently create high quality schematic, design development and construction documentation.
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Take ownership of assigned deliverables, using your knowledge and experience to deliver accurate and consistent outcomes.
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Possess sound fundamental knowledge of minimum project compliance requirements including DA, CC, BCA/NCC, DDA, ensuring documentation is aligned with codes and regulations.
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Demonstrate attention to detail; and ability to check work thoroughly before further review.
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Demonstrate proficiency in all frequently used software’ including Revit, Rhino, MS Office, Adobe Suite.
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Maintain document control and ensure up to date documentation using HDR’s systems and workflows.
Project Management
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Apply fundamental Project Management principles to support project delivery.
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Coordinate with Project Leaders to manage external requests (consultants, clients, contractors) and track potential scope changes via internal change control procedures on the HDR Variation Change Register.
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Work with your Project Leader to understand and confirm weekly drawing, design and task deliverables.
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Work with your Project Leader to understand and confirm the next Project Deadline and any critical dates affecting your apportioned work.
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Accurately manage time tracking and resource allocation, ensuring tasks are delivered within project budgets and timelines. Escalating issues or discrepancies as required.
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Support monthly project financial updates including contributing to the HDR Deliverables Planner, estimating hours to complete and helping establish accurate Project Financial Status (Earned Value & Project Progress) where required.
Project Commercial Responsibility
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Follow set tasks while delivering work efficiently and autonomously.
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Demonstrate a developing understanding of Architectural Fee structures and the commercial rationale for operational efficiency.
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Contribute to fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all aspects of project delivery and design coordination.
Business Development
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Actively engage in opportunities to broaden knowledge across multiple typologies through all project stages.
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Promote HDR positively to industry and colleagues.
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Demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of HDR’s ABG core sector typologies in Australia.
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Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, presentations and design documentation that reflect HDR’s design excellence and strategic value where required.
Culture & Growth
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Actively participate in office wide initiatives that promote personal and professional staff development.
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Champion a culture of professionalism, team collaboration and accountability.
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Model positive and solution-oriented teamwork.
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Take initiative in seeking out appropriate pathways for professional and self-development.
People
Desired Skills and Competencies
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Tertiary qualifications in Architecture
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Typically, 3-8 years’ experience with demonstrated knowledge in building design and documentation.
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Excellent communication / interpersonal skills.
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Strong problem solving and continuous improvement mindset.
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Collaborative, proactive and highly organised with good time management.
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Strong portfolio with a great eye for presentation and attention to detail.
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A keen interest in personal and professional development.
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Developing technical skills and proficiency with design software tools including Revit, Rhino and Adobe suite.
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Role model our HDR Values – Live the Network, Listen first, Hold ourselves accountable, Push Boundaries, Design Smart.
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An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
Why HDR
We are one the largest employee-owned companies globally, with a multi-disciplinary network of over 12,000 dedicated professionals. As the largest healthcare and educational science practice in the world, we are expanding our architectural team to enhance our impact in Australia.
Our studios foster an open design culture, valuing collaboration and individual expression. Every team member has a voice in shaping our projects and studio environments. We are committed to individual growth, offering tailored career pathways and provide opportunities such as our international talent exchange program by connecting you with a global network of experts and leaders in the field.
Our current project portfolio includes Healthcare, Education, Science and Federal (Defence) sectors, with a focus on growing our master planning and urban design capability. We utilise emerging and cutting-edge technologies to inform our design processes and communicate effectively with our clients and stakeholders, supported by our dedicated in-house data-driven design team.
HDR has set a global ambition to drive socially and environmentally regenerative outcomes across all our projects and we strive for our work to positively impact both people and the planet.
Please note: HDR does not accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from third party suppliers. Any submissions made without prior request from the HDR Talent Acquisition team will not be considered as valid submissions.
