Peach Careers are proud to be partnering with DBI as they look to expand the Brisbane studio leadership team, to meet increased demand and growing market confidence. DBI Design are a top tier multi-disciplinary practice incorporating Architecture, Masterplanning, Urban Design, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture and Procurement within their specialisms. Established for over 40 years, they are a leader in innovative designs across multiple sectors in Australia and overseas.   
This highly regarded established studio, is currently seeking an Associate Director/Architect to join and help lead their close-knit Brisbane studio. Known for their high standing within the industry, and with an enviable pipeline of work, DBI take pride in achieving great commercial and design outcomes for their clients. 

 
The Opportunity 
As an Associate Director/Architect of the practice, you will lead a team focused on a variety of sectors including, but not limited to mixed use multi-residential, commercial, hotels and hospitality projects. Your role will include aspects of business development, strategy, early feasibility and master plan work through to project delivery incorporating client management and team leadership. You will oversee multiple teams through all phases and types of projects. The position requires exceptional client and leadership skills, and a strong connection to the local Brisbane market. Candidates must be ambitious, driven to succeed and team oriented. The current pipeline of work includes several high-profile projects that require expert oversight and a passion to deliver an exceptional outcome. This role comes with a clear and obvious pathway to eventual Directorship of the practice. 
 
Skills and Experience to Thrive 

• Experience delivering large scale projects from inception to completion
  
• Must be a Registered Architect
  
• Business development skills including fee proposals, feasibility experience and presentation skills
  
• Working knowledge/ understanding of Revit
  
• 15 years’ experience in practice +
  
• Good overall design skills and sensibility
  
• Industry client connections in the Development, Commercial and Planning space
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
• Mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing skills, ability to deliver quality outcomes through others
  
• Strong, persuasive communicator with excellent verbal presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex design concepts to clients
  
• Client relationship development and management skills
  
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and build relationships that thrive internally
  

 
The Practice Culture
Along with their innovative projects, DBI are well known for their positive workplace culture and thoroughly encourages their staff to be the best versions of themselves. Many of the staff have been with the studio for many years and have grown with the practice. Through your exposure to multi-disciplinary projects, you will be provided with endless opportunities to challenge yourself and continue your development within Architecture, and establish yourself as a prominent Brisbane figurehead within the industry. If your ambition and drive matches that of DBI, then you may be a perfect fit for the studio. 
 
Benefits on Offer 

• Stunning studio space located near public transport and amenities
  
• Evident long term career progression opportunities due to the growth ambitions of the company
  
• Highly competitive salary and package offering including bonuses, profit share and equity holding
  
• Work on unique, large scale and design-oriented projects
  
• Collaborate and share ideas, contacts, leads and clients with their other studios
  
• Receive the ongoing support of a studio manager to handle the day-to-day operations in the studio
  
• Opportunity to collaborate with some of the best developers and private sector clients in Australia
  
• Genuine support and vested interest from management to help achieve your own professional goals
  
• Work alongside industry leading figures
  

 
This is a wonderful and rare opening to work with an established yet still ambitious studio, and alongside colleagues who are intent on making a difference to our urban landscape. 

For all enquires or to apply, please email liam@peachcareers.com or call 0412 129 566. 
 
All enquires will be held in the strictest of confidence. All enquires and applications will be answered. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.