Design Manager

About Us

Kapitol is an innovation-driven construction company based in Melbourne set to outpace and disrupt the industry. As one of Australia’s fastest-growing design and construct enterprises, we proudly combine a fresh approach with decades of expertise.

The result is smarter, safer, more agile building solutions, coupled with a diverse portfolio including commercial, residential, education, and high-tech industrial projects.

Role Overview

Kapitol are now seeking an experienced Design Manager to play a key role in the successful delivery of complex construction projects. Reporting to the Head of Design & Digital Engineering, this role sits at the heart of our project teams, bridging design, digital engineering, and construction to ensure high-quality, compliant, and buildable outcomes.

If you’re passionate about design excellence, thrive in collaborative environments, and enjoy driving processes that deliver real project value, this could be your next opportunity.

As Design Manager, you will oversee and manage all design-related aspects of projects from Design Development through to IFC and building permit stage. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Digital Engineering teams, consultants, and external stakeholders to ensure design deliverables are accurate, coordinated, compliant, and aligned with construction programs - the Kapitol Way.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Management: Lead and coordinate all design activities from Design Development through to IFC and building permit stage, ensuring timely, high-quality and compliant design outcomes.
• Process & Quality Control: Enforce Kapitol design standards and ensure all documentation meets project requirements, Australian codes, and industry best practice.
• Digital Engineering Interface: Collaborate with Digital Engineering teams to optimise BIM deliverables and ensure seamless integration between design and construction.
• Programme & Coordination: Develop and manage the design programme, aligning design deliverables with construction schedules in collaboration with Project Managers.
• Design Handover: Manage the effective handover of coordinated design documentation to site teams to support successful construction delivery.
• People & Stakeholder Leadership: Lead, mentor, and collaborate with project teams, consultants, and stakeholders to foster strong relationships and project outcomes.

About You

• Relevant degree in the built environment or design-related disciplines
• Proven experience working client-side or builder-side on large, complex projects, with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor (alternatively, experience leading design delivery as an Architect on a major project, with demonstrated exposure to construction-phase coordination and builder engagement)
• Experience engaging with consultants, contractors, and clients in a delivery-focused environment
• End-to-end project delivery from design development through to construction
• Strong understanding of Australian codes, standards, and approval processes
• High-level proficiency with design software and digital tools

Why Kapitol

At Kapitol, we are redefining construction through innovation, technology, and an uncompromising commitment to excellence. With a diversified portfolio across multiple industry sectors and a rapidly growing national presence, Kapitol offers a dynamic environment where forward-thinking ideas thrive.

You’ll join a high-performing team that embraces cutting-edge technology, values collaboration, and is driven to deliver exceptional outcomes on every project.

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