Design Manager

Lucid Consulting Australia is looking for a Design Manager to join our Perth team, working on complex Defence projects. This role is ideal for an aspiring design professional eager to step into a role overseeing the coordination and delivery of innovative engineering solutions.



You will work closely with experienced engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure designs meet technical and regulatory requirements while aligning with client expectations. This is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills, gain exposure to projects in the Defence sector, and advance your career in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.



If you have a background in engineering or design and are ready to take the next step, we encourage you to apply.



What Sets Us Apart

We are one of Australia’s largest employee owned engineering and advisory practices. Day-to-day, you’ll be working with shareholders who will back your ideas and support your growth. Our culture will help you always feel part of a close-knit team who thrive on challenges and helping each other to deliver outstanding client outcomes.



Overview of our employee benefits:

Competitive Salaries: Your expertise deserves recognition.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Balance life and work seamlessly.
Career Development Pathway: Accelerate your growth with immersive training that leads the industry.
Employee Share Program: Become an owner in the business and share in the rewards.
Diverse Project Range: Tackle a broad range of exciting projects.
Employee Assistance Program: A support network for your well-being.
Industry Accreditations: Empower your professional journey.
Mentoring Programs: Propel your development with guidance.
Friendly Supportive Team: Join a culture that thrives on collaboration.
Exposure to Iconic Projects: Immerse yourself in impactful work.
Employee Social Club: Connect and celebrate with peers.


About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

Continuous technical development in line with expanding opportunities and capability within the sector, innovation, and ongoing personal professional development
Design Manager and / or Consultant Representative for active Defence projects. These roles would include management of both internal and/or sub-consultant teams.
Maintaining and building upon our existing Defence client network to secure opportunities.
Ability to manage multiple projects of varying technical requirements, CAPEX values and phases of the project lifecycle at one time.
Capability to undertake feasibility assessments of works to ensure project scope and budget are understood and sufficient prior to project engagement.
Experience writing and reviewing scope of works, project reporting and other technical documentation.


About Us

Lucid is one of Australia's fastest-growing national engineering and advisory practices with over 300 staff across offices in Melbourne, Adelaide, Alice Springs, Canberra, Darwin, Brisbane, Perth, and Sydney. As a professional services organisation, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We invest in our people by providing various opportunities for growth and development and value the importance of celebrating success. We pride ourselves on our reputation, work culture, strong business ethos, and diverse project portfolio. Our vision is to become Australia’s most forward-thinking, agile, and influential engineers and asset advisors. Our close-knit team is dedicated to offering exceptional customer care and high-quality service.



Ready to help us create a Better World?

Lucid is committed to creating a Better World. As a team member, you'll be central to helping with our sustainability goals, Reconciliation Action Plan, and providing an inclusive working environment. Our senior members are also involved in an internal mentoring program to help foster growth across all roles.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please apply online or contact Nichola.whitley@lucidconsulting.com.au we look forward to welcoming you to the team! Read more