ASPECT Studios is a purpose-driven, design-led landscape architecture and urban design practice operating across Australia, Asia, the UK, and the Middle East. We believe in the power of design to positively transform people’s lives, shape healthier environments, and contribute to a more sustainable planet.
Over the past decade, ASPECT has played a leading role in city‑shaping projects across Australia, including long‑term involvement in major integrated transport programs, building a strong pipeline of work that prioritises community benefit, environmental outcomes and long‑term value.
As our Brisbane studio continues to grow its role on major infrastructure and transport programs. We are seeking an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to take on a Package Lead role within large, complex projects.
Our Brisbane studio
Located in the heart of Woolloongabba, our Brisbane studio offers leafy surrounds and easy access via public transport. The studio itself is bright, welcoming, and collaborative - a space where creativity thrives and ideas are shared freely.
Want a peek inside? Visit our Brisbane Studio page.
About the Role
This role is suited to a senior practitioner with proven experience leading defined work packages within major infrastructure projects. You will operate at the intersection of design, delivery and leadership - coordinating teams, managing interfaces, and acting as a trusted point of contact for clients and delivery partners.
Working closely with Directors, Senior Associates and project partners, you will contribute to the successful delivery of projects across concept design, detailed design and construction, while also supporting team performance and capability within the Brisbane studio.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and manage work packages on complex infrastructure and precinct‑scale projects
- Coordinate inputs across disciplines, consultants and stakeholders
- Manage scope, programme, quality and interface risks at package level
- Act as a key liaison with clients, approval authorities and delivery agencies
- Provide leadership, mentoring and technical guidance to project team members
- Ensure design intent, quality and technical rigour are maintained through all stages
- Contribute to project planning, resourcing and delivery strategies
- Support bids, proposals and strategic project pursuits as required
About you
You may not meet every criterion below, but we’re keen to hear from you if you bring:
- 8+ years’ experience in landscape architecture, urban design or architecture
- Demonstrated experience delivering large‑scale infrastructure or transport projects, ideally within alliances or JV environments
- Proven experience leading packages or significant project components across multiple stages
- Strong understanding of infrastructure delivery frameworks, governance and stakeholder environments
- Confidence managing programmes, consultants and client relationships
- Clear, collaborative communication and leadership style
- Ability to balance strong design intent with practical delivery outcomes
- Advanced Revit, Vector Works and 3D / BIM capability
- Queensland project experience (highly regarded)
Why join us
At ASPECT, you’ll work alongside globally recognised design leaders in a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and purpose.
We offer:
- Flexible, inclusive working arrangements,
- Generous paid parental leave and purchased leave programs,
- Reimbursement support for your industry membership fees,
- Volunteering - up to 2x paid days per year to volunteer for a Purpose-aligned not-for-profit,
- MAPS Days – up to 4x paid days per year to explore a passion project or aligned interest,
- Ongoing professional development in a teaching and learning environment, and
- Opportunities to work on iconic local and international projects.
View our full list of benefits here: ASPECT Careers.
How to apply
If this role excites you - and even if you don’t tick every box - we encourage you to apply.
Click ‘Apply’ to send us your CV and portfolio, highlighting your relevant skills and experience.
This is a permanent role based in Brisbane, and will require project/ site travel.
At this time we can only consider applications from Australian citizens, permanent residents, or long-term visa holders.
