Architecture Careers - HDR Brisbane

Join HDR's Growing Brisbane Architecture Studio

At HDR, we're doing something different.

As an employee-owned business, our people don't just contribute to projects — they help shape the direction of the business itself. That's especially true right now as we grow our Brisbane Architecture Studio and are looking for talented architects and designers across a range of experience levels to join us on the next stage of our journey.

Whether you're an emerging Architect looking to develop your experience, a Senior Architect ready to lead significant project packages, or a BIM / Model Manager passionate about digital delivery, this is an opportunity to join a growing team and contribute to some of the industry's most technically challenging projects.

Building on Strong Foundations

HDR has a long-established presence in Brisbane, with our transportation team delivering major infrastructure projects across South East Queensland and beyond.

Now, we're expanding our Architecture practice in Brisbane to complement our highly successful and established Architecture studios in Sydney and Melbourne.

You'll be joining at an exciting stage of growth, helping shape a new studio while benefiting from the support, expertise and project opportunities of a well-established national and global architecture practice, alongside HDR's extensive engineering and infrastructure capability.

Designing Places That Make a Difference

At HDR, we design with purpose — transforming complex challenges into extraordinary places that inspire, connect and endure.

Our portfolio spans health, education, science, transit, aviation, defence, civic and community projects, as well as growing opportunities across technology, digital infrastructure and data centre developments.

Grounded in technical rigour and elevated by architectural ambition, we work collaboratively across disciplines to create places that enrich human experience and leave a lasting impact.

The Opportunity

We're currently seeking professionals for opportunities including:

• Architects / Architectural Project Coordinators
• Senior Architects / Package Leads
• BIM / Model Managers
• Associate-level Architect

Depending on your experience, you'll have opportunities to:

• Contribute to the design and delivery of complex projects
• Develop documentation and technical solutions
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Lead project packages and workstreams
• Build strong client relationships
• Mentor and support emerging talent
• Help shape the growth and culture of our Brisbane studio

What We're Looking For

We're looking for those who are excited by the opportunity to join our Brisbane Architecture Studio at a formative stage of growth. Alongside technical capability, we're seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset who are motivated by the opportunity to help build, shape and influence a growing practice.

We're interested in individuals who bring:

• A passion for architecture and design excellence
• Experience delivering complex architectural or infrastructure projects through multiple project stages
• Strong technical design, documentation and coordination capability
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams, collaborating closely with engineering and specialist consultants
• A proactive mindset, accountability and a commitment to project outcomes
• The ability to work effectively in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
• A collaborative approach and commitment to technical excellence

Experience in health, data centres, education, science, transport, aviation, defence, civic or complex infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.

Why Join HDR?

• Be part of our Brisbane growth story - Join the early team helping establish and grow HDR's Architecture presence in Queensland.
• Employee ownership - Share in the success you help create as part of our employee-owned business.
• National and global connectivity - Work alongside established Architecture teams in Sydney and Melbourne, while accessing the expertise of HDR's global network.
• Complex and meaningful projects - Contribute to projects that positively shape communities, cities and essential infrastructure.
• Career growth and opportunity - Whether you're early in your career or an established leader, you'll have the opportunity to grow, influence outcomes and help shape the future of the studio.

Why This Opportunity Is Different

This is more than just another architecture role.

You'll be joining a team that is:

• Building a new Architecture studio in Brisbane
• Backed by an established engineering and transportation business in Queensland
• Supported by successful Architecture studios in Sydney and Melbourne
• Connected to a global network of design professionals
• Delivering complex, impactful projects across multiple sectors
• Creating genuine opportunities for growth, influence and leadership

At HDR, you're not just joining a team — you're helping build one.#LI-CG3