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Over the coming months we’re helping our clients & candidates stay informed of key talent drivers through regular career market updates. Each update will come from a different Design & Build team member sharing their unique observations of a specific sector within the built environment.
This week Emily Roberson has taken a deep dive into the Interior Design sector…
General market observations
Interior Design is starting to pick up again, we have observed an increased demand for Interior Designers for education, hospitality & workplace projects. This growth reflects the more comment types of projects for which Interior Designers have been recently in demand.
On top of this, there's an increase in Industrial Design positions. The client need for these technical roles have reached the point where clients are actively reaching out to Emily for recruiting help. A recent example came this week where Emily was contacted for an Industrial Design role with a client for a transport infrastructure project.
Interior design positions we’re recruiting right now
Graduate Architect, Lead Senior Interior Design, Landscape Architect, 2x industrial Designers. Also recruiting 2x roles in NZ; AutoCad technician and an Interior Designer.
Contractor snapshot
Contractor demand is mostly on the architectural side and are generally for 3-4 month contracts with typically quick hiring timeframes. Contractor hourly rates are varying from $35-$55 depending on experience. Contractors with 8+ years experience generally receive the higher hourly rate.
Contractor rates also vary depending on software skills, we’re finding candidates with Revit experience are generally more in demand and will receive a higher per hour rate. This is also dependant on project experience.
If a Contractor applies for a Revit role but only has AutoCad experience they are less likely to get the position. There are some exceptions where companies are willing to train people, but this is not the norm.
Software in use
Each sector is using a different software; for example retail is using Vectorworks and workplace design firms are using ArchiCad. While architectural practices are transitioning into Revit to streamline their processes and enhance their communication flow with external businesses. Local Council & Government, in the main, are already using Revit.
Graduates
We are seeing a 20% increase in Graduate recruitment. This is due to firms seeing Grads as an opportunity to train people in line with a firm’s values and workflow. And because Grads typically have a lower salary commensurate with their level of experience.
From the Graduate's perspective it is a busy recruitment market with many grads for few roles. Grads who have been more proactive in getting experience during their studies such as internships or work placements are a step ahead and generally get the roles.
Want a personalised discussion on the Interior Design career market? Connect with Emily today on 0424 150 536 or eroberson@designandbuild.com.au.
Well established Engineering Consultancy who have been in the industry for 80 years are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join their business working across projects from hospitals, aged care facilities, schools, universities, colleges, prisons, parks, civic buildings, industrial and aviation facilities. About the position of Senior / Principal Structural Engineer: Responsible for the day to day management of your business units engineering projects to ensure timely and professional delivery in accordance with client requirements Support the Operations Director in the management and growth of the business, be on the lookout for potential business opportunities Monthly reporting to the Management meeting of your business units progress and achievements Collaborate with Drafters and Engineers to ensure projects achieve planned levels of profitability and product quality Participate in regular internal operational meetings Actively participate in the growth of the business by identifying and promoting new business, soliciting and managing client instructions Requirements of Senior / Principal Structural Engineer: Tertiary qualification in Civil or Structural engineering Working knowledge of Australian Standards & BCA's Effective project management skills, ie multi tasking, prioritisation, time management as well as client management 10+ years engineering experience Experience working on Rail or Defence projects would be highly regarded Demonstrated ability to prepare tender documentation and cognisant of costs associated to meet profit expectations Applications from overseas with no local experience will not be considered. If you feel your experience matches the person specification please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or click apply. Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted and your application will be treated as strictly confidential.
Your new family is a well established employee Owned Engineering Consultancy with Offices throughout Australia looking to grow their Newcastle office. They are seeking to add an ambitious Senior Structural Engineer to their team who has aspirations to grow with the company and eventually lead and manage their own projects and mentor staff. Duties of Senior Structural Engineer: Detailed structural design of buildings projects - Retail, Residential and Commercial - Mid to High Rise Analysis and Design for a broad range of clients Problem solving Ensuring that all designs are up to high Standards Hands on design and analysis, using software such as ETABS, RAPT and RAM Concept. Working closely with clients through continual liaison from conception to completion. Experience Required as a Senior Structural Engineer: 10 + years experience from a consulting background undertaking structural design of local projects Solid experience across Concrete Building Structures Thorough knowledge and understanding of Australian Design Codes Relevant qualifications in civil / structural engineering Work well within a team environment and ability to mentor juniors Impeccable communication skills. Working experience in the Newcastle market with connections with builders and architects What this opportunity can offer you Ongoing professional development through specialist training schemes Competitive remuneration packages commensurate with the experience and skills of the successful candidate An environment where values and behaviours are embraced with a healthy work-life balance Clear career progression, team leadership and promotion opportunities An atmosphere of team community and an inclusive team culture. Applications from overseas with no local experience will not be considered or acknowledged. If you feel your experience matches the person specification please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or click apply. Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted and your application will be treated as strictly confidential.
The firm is an internationally recognized heath specialist architecture practice working on hospital, medical and aged care facilities in Australia and abroad. The role suits a Senior Project Architect with previous hospital / health project experience who can oversee large-scale complex projects from the initial design stage through to completion. What you will be doing: Be collaborative, engaging to facilitate and support User Group engagement Apply your in-depth knowledge of clinical planning, AUS HFG guidelines and other relevant health experience including architectural design, design construction procedures, statutory building codes, and knowledge of materials Be proactive in managing the consultant team to promote holistic and coordinated design and documentation Engage in problem solving, teamwork, critical thinking, and visualization to influence project outcomes and maintain high standards of project delivery Write and contribute to reports and specification documents and prepare detailed drawing documentation Be thorough, meticulous and have a strong attention to detail Experience required: 10 years experience minimum within Health (Hospital) planning / Architecture Experience within briefing discussions with the client and user groups Hospital Fit-out experience i.e preparation of 1:50 loaded drawings, including briefing discussions with the client and user groups Preparation of Room Data sheets using Drofus software Proficient in Revit & Drofus Architecture qualification For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential. Thanks for your consideration
The firm is an internationally recognized heath specialist architecture practice working on hospital, medical and aged care facilities in Australia and abroad. The role suits a Senior Project Architect with previous hospital / health project experience who can oversee large-scale complex projects from the initial design stage through to completion. What you will be doing: Be collaborative, engaging to facilitate and support User Group engagement Apply your in-depth knowledge of clinical planning, AUS HFG guidelines and other relevant health experience including architectural design, design construction procedures, statutory building codes, and knowledge of materials Be proactive in managing the consultant team to promote holistic and coordinated design and documentation Engage in problem solving, teamwork, critical thinking, and visualization to influence project outcomes and maintain high standards of project delivery Write and contribute to reports and specification documents and prepare detailed drawing documentation Be thorough, meticulous and have a strong attention to detail Experience required: 10 years experience minimum within Health (Hospital) planning / Architecture Experience within briefing discussions with the client and user groups Hospital Fit-out experience i.e preparation of 1:50 loaded drawings, including briefing discussions with the client and user groups Preparation of Room Data sheets using Drofus software Proficient in Revit & Drofus Architecture qualification For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential. Thanks for your consideration
Senior Bridge Draftsperson required for a specialist D&C engineering consultancy. This post is part of the Transportation team and will cover a broad range of skills relating to Transport structures, in particular bridge structures. The successful candidate will be proficient in Revit and will be a key member of the design department. Previous experience in Bridge drafting and design in Australia is essential for this role. This Global organisation are an investor in people and support employees through flexible working practice, work life balance, attractive remuneration packages, employee reward schemes and high profile projects. With a high staff retention, high tech offices, excellent team spirit and process transparency this business is one of top medium sized consultancies to work for. Roles and Responsibilities of the Bridge Drafter will include Day to day use of Revit for Bridges and other Civil Structures. Working on a major Transport projects including road and rail Design and prepare Engineering digital drawings for RMS and TfNSW Bridge projects. To be considered for the role of Bridge Drafter, you wil 5 - 10 years Structures Drafting experience, in particular Bridge Structures within a consulting business environment Proficient in Revit (essential) & Dynamo Working knowledge of Australia legislation codes and standards RMS knowledge High level of communication written and oral What this opportunity can offer you: Major Transport project Opportunity to work with technical specialists on Major projects Open and honest team that work hard together with a strong team ethos Applications from candidates overseas with no Australian experience will not be considered. For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or eroberson@designandbuild.com.au or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential. Thanks for your consideration
My client is a fit-out contractor with a strong track record in the high end hospitality sector. They also undertake other retail fit-out projects. They work with many well know restaurant chains. They require an Interior Design Lead to join their team in Melbourne. What you'll be doing: Client management and presentations Working on projects from Concept through to completion Working across F&B projects - cafes & restaurants Implement and set examples for best practice, BCA, DDA regulations What you'll have to stand out from the crowd: 4 years experience minimum within documentation Excellent Revit skills & rendering experience Background in Food & Beverage projects is a must High attention to detail & strong documentation skills Understanding of BCA/DDA statutory compliance Must have local experience What I need from you: Up to date CV Portfolio of relevant work For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential. Thanks for your consideration.
My client is a fit-out contractor with a strong track record in the high end hospitality sector. They also undertake other retail fit-out projects. They work with many well know restaurant chains. They require a Revit Drafter to join their team in Melbourne. What you'll be doing: Working across F&B projects - cafes & restaurants Document projects from test fit to completion including construction documentation, schedules, as-builts Implement and set examples for best practice, BCA, DDA regulations Enhance the team’s delivery by owning commercial projects from concept to completion What you'll have to stand out from the crowd: 3 years experience minimum within documentation Excellent Revit skills & rendering experience Background in Food & Beverage projects is a must High attention to detail & strong documentation skills Understanding of BCA/DDA statutory compliance Out of this world technical skills Must have local experience What I need from you: Up to date CV Portfolio of relevant work For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential. Thanks for your consideration.
The firm is an internationally recognized heath specialist architecture practice working on hospital, medical and aged care facilities in Australia and abroad. The role suits a Senior Project Architect with previous hospital / health project experience who can oversee large-scale complex projects from the initial design stage through to completion. What you will be doing: Be collaborative, engaging to facilitate and support User Group engagement Apply your in-depth knowledge of clinical planning, AUS HFG guidelines and other relevant health experience including architectural design, design construction procedures, statutory building codes, and knowledge of materials Be proactive in managing the consultant team to promote holistic and coordinated design and documentation Engage in problem solving, teamwork, critical thinking, and visualization to influence project outcomes and maintain high standards of project delivery Write and contribute to reports and specification documents and prepare detailed drawing documentation Be thorough, meticulous and have a strong attention to detail Experience required: 10 years experience minimum within Health (Hospital) planning / Architecture Experience within briefing discussions with the client and user groups Hospital Fit-out experience i.e preparation of 1:50 loaded drawings, including briefing discussions with the client and user groups Preparation of Room Data sheets using Drofus software Proficient in Revit & Drofus Architecture qualification For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential. Thanks for your consideration
The firm is an internationally recognized heath specialist architecture practice working on hospital, medical and aged care facilities in Australia and abroad. The role suits a Senior Project Architect with previous hospital / health project experience who can oversee large-scale complex projects from the initial design stage through to completion. What you will be doing: Be collaborative, engaging to facilitate and support User Group engagement Apply your in-depth knowledge of clinical planning, AUS HFG guidelines and other relevant health experience including architectural design, design construction procedures, statutory building codes, and knowledge of materials Be proactive in managing the consultant team to promote holistic and coordinated design and documentation Engage in problem solving, teamwork, critical thinking, and visualization to influence project outcomes and maintain high standards of project delivery Write and contribute to reports and specification documents and prepare detailed drawing documentation Be thorough, meticulous and have a strong attention to detail Experience required: 10 years experience minimum within Health (Hospital) planning / Architecture Experience within briefing discussions with the client and user groups Hospital Fit-out experience i.e preparation of 1:50 loaded drawings, including briefing discussions with the client and user groups Preparation of Room Data sheets using Drofus software Proficient in Revit & Drofus Architecture qualification For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 or click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential. Thanks for your consideration
About the company: My client is looking for an Senior - Lead Interior Designer on a full time basis to work closely with clients, briefing, concept design and design work. They are a D&C firm who have been established for the past 40 years specialising in Workplace fit outs. What you'll be doing: Running projects from initial concept through to completion Efficiently and consistently working under pressure & tight time-frames Client meetings, taking briefs and concept design work Client management and presentations Workplace strategy What you've got: Minimum of 5 years experience Degree qualified in Interior Design Proficiency in AutoCAD and or Revit is required Workplace fit out experience is essential to be consider for this role Workplace strategy experience is high regarded Strong presentation skills with the ability to sell the projects to clients Demonstrated understanding of the design, detailing & construction process Knowledge of Building Code of Australia & other industry regulations What I need from you: Up to date CV Portfolio of relevant work For any questions relating to this role or other opportunities with D&B and our clients please contact Emily Roberson on 02 9376 8200 click apply. Your application will be treated as strictly confidential. Thanks for your consideration.