Position Title: Technical Design Lead

Reports To: Pre-Construction Manager

Location: Brisbane, QLD

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

A Brisbane-based professional services firm specialising in office fitouts is seeking a Technical Design Lead to drive the technical quality and compliance of its projects. This leadership role is ideal for someone with a passion for precision, in-depth knowledge of construction compliance, and a commitment to delivering build-ready documentation.

As the Technical Design Lead, you will guide a small design team, collaborate with internal departments, and champion improvements to technical documentation standards. This role is focused on internal leadership, documentation accuracy, and regulatory compliance—not client-facing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of interior designers and documenters to deliver high-quality construction documentation.
• Ensure designs meet all applicable building codes, Australian Standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Oversee technical delivery of commercial office fitout projects from design development through to construction documentation.
• Promote and enforce “safety in design” practices across all projects.
• Review drawing sets for technical clarity, accuracy, and completeness.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and suppliers to support accurate pricing and efficient construction execution.
• Drive continuous improvement in documentation standards and internal workflows.
• Align with the Pre-Construction Manager on project milestones, resources, and deliverables.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in technical design and documentation within the commercial interiors or office fitout sector.
• In-depth knowledge of BCA/NCC, Australian Standards, and compliance requirements for commercial construction.
• High attention to detail with a methodical and thorough approach.
• Experience leading or mentoring design/documentation teams.
• Proficiency in ArchiCAD; knowledge of Enscape, Programma, Smartsheets, and Adobe Suite is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with consultants.
• Passionate about raising the standard of design documentation and ensuring its readiness for pricing and building.

Why Join

• Join a high-performing, collaborative team committed to excellence and impact.
• Work on diverse and creative office fitouts that blend form and function.
• Influence every stage of the fitout process—from early concepts to construction.
• Enjoy autonomy, professional growth, and the chance to set new benchmarks in documentation quality.