Buildings Infrastructure Design Manager/Coordinator -Defence
Location: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
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Buildings Infrastructure Design Manager/Coordinator -DefenceAt KBR, we are looking for an experienced Design Manager or Design Coordinator to join our Adelaide Buildings & Infrastructure team, working on major Defence building and infrastructure projects that truly matter. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, helping to coordinate complex designs and shape project outcomes from concept through delivery.
In this role, you’ll work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, apply your technical and coordination expertise, and contribute to high‑profile Defence programs in a fast‑moving environment. In return, you’ll gain long‑term Defence exposure, strong opportunities for professional growth, and the support of a globally respected consultancy committed to developing its people.
This role is well‑suited to someone ready to step into greater responsibility, expand their influence, and make a meaningful impact across large‑scale, multidisciplinary projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate design activities across multidisciplinary engineering and architectural teams.
Support the planning, development and delivery of complex buildings and infrastructure projects within Defence environments.
Facilitate design meetings, technical reviews, stakeholder coordination and design issue resolution.
Provide structured design management support, ensuring alignment to scope, quality, budget and schedule requirements.
Work closely with architects, engineers and Defence stakeholders to support project integration and client expectations.
Contribute to the development of design methodologies, processes and tools that enhance consistency and quality.
Support interface management across disciplines to ensure seamless communication and technical coordination.
Promote collaboration, information flow and discipline engagement across large design teams.
Uphold design governance, documentation standards and Defence-specific project requirements including ITAR constraints.
Skills & Experience Required:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Either significant architectural experience within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, or significant engineering experience working closely with architects.
Approximately 7–10+ years’ experience in the buildings and infraastructure sector, gained within an engineering consultancy or delivery environment.
Demonstrated experience working in large, multidisciplinary project teams, with exposure to complex projects highly regarded.
Proven capability in Design Management or Design Coordination, operating in a role of influence and technical leadership.
Strong communication skills, stakeholder confidence, and a collaborative approach across diverse disciplines.
Experience working with Defence clients or within Defence project frameworks is advantageous but not essential, provided clearance and eligibility requirements can be met.
Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers the chance to work on major Defence building and infrastructure programs while developing your design leadership capability. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, influence meaningful design outcomes, and gain exposure to complex, high‑impact Defence projects. You’ll also benefit from ongoing professional development, mentoring, and flexible work arrangements designed to support your career growth.
Our KBR Values
We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, We Are a Team of Teams — reflect our people‑centric culture.
Our genuine focus on our people is a key driver of our success, and we’d love you to be part of our journey.
Help shape tomorrow by applying today!
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