Senior Design Manager

About us

GemLife is one of Australia’s fastest-growing developers of luxury over-50s residential resorts. We're known for our architecturally designed resorts, premium facilities, and exceptional lifestyle experiences. As a newly ASX listed company, we foster a positive and inclusive culture built on passion, integrity, and respect. For more about what we do, please head to www.gemlife.com.au

The Opportunity

As a Senior Design Manager, you will be working closely with the development and architectural teams to coordinate the design delivery of luxury commercial projects from concept to completion. You will collaborate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams, ensuring that design integrity is upheld while balancing cost, time, and scope considerations.

This role involves:

• Managing the design process across multiple commercial construction projects.
• Ensuring the design intent aligns with GemLife’s high standards and project objectives.
• Coordinating with architects, engineers, and consultants to drive efficiency and resolve design challenges.
• Reviewing and overseeing documentation, ensuring compliance with building codes, regulations, and standards.
• Working closely with stakeholders, including contractors and suppliers, to maintain seamless project execution.
• Overseeing functional briefs and consultant scopes, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Proactively managing risks, identifying challenges, and implementing solutions.
• Mentoring junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about design excellence in commercial construction.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in design management, construction management, or senior estimating.
• A strong grasp of the full project lifecycle, from concept design to project delivery
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, ensuring collaboration and communication at all levels.
• Technical expertise in building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Strong proficiency in Revit

Why work for GemLife:

• Competitive salary, retail discounts & discounted Fitness Passport memberships
• Employee Wellbeing Program (EAP)
• Novated leasing options
• Corporate uniform allowance
• Learning & development opportunities
• Be based at our modern, state-of-the-art HQ in Helensvale, Gold Coast

If you are an experienced Senior Design Manager looking for an exciting career opportunity in luxury commercial construction, we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your cover letter and resume, addressed to People and Culture, outlining your experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

This role is open to Australian Citizens, Residents, or candidates with full Australian working rights. Sponsorship is unavailable.