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We find and recruit the best talent for the Architecture, Design, Engineering, Construction
& Planning industries.
Clear and simple.
It's not rocket science. There are no bells & whistles, no fancy processes. Just hard work and incredible relationships. That's what gets the job done.
With over 24 years collective experience, we know recruitment and our industries like the back of our hands. Whether you're a business looking to level up your workforce or you're an individual looking for your next career move, we can help.
Located in Melbourne, we have presence across Geelong, Sydney, Gold Coast and Brisbane.
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With vast networks in the Engineering, Architecture, Construction, Design and Planning industries,
Vivid Recruitment are partnered with the best companies in Australia.
From multi-national engineering consultancies and architecture firms to boutiques that provide a niche offering to particular sectors.
We know who's who.
And we can help you with your Business Support too, across all functions of your business.
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In today’s competitive job market, attracting top talent in the built environment industry—whether in architecture, engineering, design, or planning—requires more than a well-written job ad. With candidate shortages across Australia and increasing project demands, especially as we gear up for events like the 2032 Brisbane Olympics , it’s essential for employers to rethink how they hire. In this blog, we’ll explore the most effective strategies for attracting and retaining the best talent in 2025—and why working with a specialised recruitment agency like Vivid Recruitment gives you the edge. The Challenges Facing Employers in 2025 Employers in the architecture and engineering industries are navigating: A shortage of skilled professionals Higher candidate expectations (think flexibility, culture, purpose) Salary pressure and rising wage awards Delayed projects and increased competition for available talent In this climate, standing out as an employer of choice is no longer a “nice to have”—it’s a must. How to Attract the Right Candidates 1. Clear and Compelling Job Ads Your job ad is your first impression. Use clear role titles (e.g. Project Architect – Multi-Res, ArchiCAD) and make sure you include: Salary or at least a band (candidates want transparency) Tech stack or software used Project pipeline and team structure Flexibility or hybrid arrangements SEO tip: Use industry-relevant keywords in your job title and ad (e.g. Revit, Structural Engineer, Town Planner). 2. Showcase Your Employer Brand Great candidates are researching you as much as you’re researching them. Make sure your website, social media, and Glassdoor profile reflect your values and culture. Think: Office/studio images Staff stories or project wins Insights into what a day in the role might look like 3. Offer Flexibility Post-COVID, flexibility is king. Whether it’s hybrid work, flexible hours, or job-sharing— this is a make-or-break factor for many candidates, especially parents and caregivers. Why Partnering With a Recruitment Agency Works Recruitment agencies specialising in architecture, engineering, and design (hello 👋) know how to: Sell your story to top candidates Vet candidates for technical and cultural fit Streamline your hiring process , so you don’t miss out on great talent due to delays At Vivid Recruitment , we’ve built strong relationships with active and passive candidates—many of whom aren’t applying directly on Seek or LinkedIn. We know who’s looking (quietly) and who’s ready for their next move. Hiring in 2025? Here’s What You Need to Know Graduates are starting on $65,099 under the updated Architects Award as of 1 July 2025 Multi-residential and infrastructure projects are booming across NSW, VIC, and QLD Client-side Project Managers and Urban Planners are in especially high demand Diversity, equity and inclusion matter to today’s workforce—candidates want to see it in action, not just on your website Final Thoughts Whether you’re hiring an Interior Designer, Civil Engineer, Project Architect, or Studio Lead, the market in 2025 is candidate-driven—and that means employers need to be strategic, fast-moving, and flexible. Need help attracting great talent? Vivid Recruitment specialises in Architecture , Engineering , Design , and Planning roles across Australia. We don’t just send CVs—we partner with you to build your team for the long term. 📞 Get in Touch Looking to hire or ready for your next move? Contact us today to speak with one of our specialist consultants. 📧 info@vividrecruitment.com.au 🌏 www.vividrecruitment.com.au 📍 Melbourne | Brisbane | Ballarat | Sydney
In today’s hiring climate, it’s easy to blame the market when roles go unfilled. We hear it all the time — “There’s just no good talent out there.” But what if the problem isn’t the market… it’s the experience? Here’s the truth: even in a slower job market, great candidates are still saying “no thanks” — not to the job, but to the way it’s offered. At Vivid Recruitment, we work with talented Architects, Engineers, Designers and Planners every day. We hear what turns them off, what turns them on, and why even the best roles get ghosted. If you're struggling to land top-tier people, your hiring process might be doing more harm than good. Let’s dig into why — and how to fix it. The Red Flags in Your Hiring Process You might not even realise you’re doing it, but here are the big process mistakes that quietly kill candidate interest: 1. Ghosting After Interviews If you’ve taken the time to interview someone, they deserve a response — even if it’s a no. Silence sends a clear message: “We don’t value your time.” 2. Dragging Your Feet Taking too long to make a decision? Candidates move on. Even passive candidates can be snapped up elsewhere while you're still "reviewing internally." 3. Poor Interview Etiquette Late logins, distracted panel members, or vague interview questions leave candidates wondering if your team is disorganised — or disinterested. 4. No Feedback (or Generic Feedback) A simple, specific note (“We need more project delivery experience”) is 1000x more helpful than “not the right fit.” Candidates appreciate clarity. 5. One-Sided Conversations You’re interviewing them, but they’re also interviewing you. If you’re not selling your culture, projects, or pathway, they’ll move on to a firm that does. Candidates in 2025 Want More Than Just a Job Architecture and engineering professionals today are asking different questions: Will I be mentored here? Is this company aligned with my values? Can I work flexibly when I need to? Will I be respected, or just churned through? Even in a market where jobs are harder to come by, top talent has standards . A poor experience is a red flag — and many will walk away if it doesn’t feel right, regardless of salary. The Candidate Experience Checklist Here’s what firms who consistently hire great people tend to do right: Clear and realistic job briefs Timely, respectful communication throughout Thoughtful, well-structured interviews Enthusiastic sharing of culture, projects, and values Quick turnarounds on offers Smooth onboarding process with continued check-ins What Candidates Say (That You Might Not Hear) We hear this all the time: “I was excited about the role… until I met the team.” “The recruiter was great, but the company ghosted me.” “After two weeks of silence, I assumed they weren’t interested.” “It felt like they just wanted someone to fill a gap, not be part of the team.” Talent talks. And the best candidates? They share experiences across studios, disciplines, and social circles. If your process is clunky or cold, your reputation travels faster than you think. How to Improve Your Hiring Process – Today Assign one person to own the process from start to finish Work with a specialist recruiter (hi 👋) to refine the brief and align expectations Cut the fat from multi-stage interview processes Give feedback – fast, honest, and respectful Check in regularly post-offer to keep momentum and engagement up How Vivid Recruitment Helps Get It Right We’re more than just a CV delivery service. We: Help you write job briefs that attract the right people, not just anyone Prep candidates so interviews run smoothly, and expectations align Keep the momentum up with proactive communication Provide honest feedback both ways to avoid disconnects Protect your reputation with thoughtful candidate care Hiring is about more than filling seats. It’s about building trust, and we can help you get it right from the very first touchpoint. 📥 Bonus Download: “Candidate Experience Scorecard” Want to know how your hiring process really stacks up?
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VIVID TIP // One piece of advice we wish everyone took seriously (whether you're hiring or job hunting)...
👉 Clarity beats charisma - every time.
Here’s what we mean 👇
→ For clients hiring in architecture, engineering or design:
Don't just say “We want a passionate team player.”
Say: “We need a Project Architect with multi-residential experience, who can jump into Stage 4 documentation using ArchiCAD, and lead a team of 3.”
You’ll save time, attract better candidates, and avoid the “great on paper, not quite right” cycle.
👉 Clarity attracts confidence.
→ For candidates on the move:
Don’t just say “Open to opportunities.”
Say: “I'm looking for a senior design-led studio, ideally working on public or cultural projects, where I can progress to Associate in the next 1–2 years.”
Being specific isn’t limiting – it’s liberating. It tells recruiters, hiring managers, and even your network how to help you.
Whether you're hiring or looking, vagueness is the enemy of progress.
Need help finding the words or defining what you’re looking for? That’s literally what we do at Vivid.
Let’s make your next move, move the needle.
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Recruitment. Clear and simple.
#CareerAdvice #HiringTips #ArchitectureCareers #EngineeringJobs #InteriorDesign #PlanningProfessionals #BuiltEnvironment #VividRecruitment #DesignLeadership #JobSearchTips
Happy Birthday to Nicholas Koop!!
Always working, always listening, and always showing up with his heart on his sleeve – Nick is one of the good ones (yep, a recruiter and a genuinely nice guy... they do exist!).
Whether he's supporting candidates through their next career move or giving clients honest, clear advice, Nick's the kind of person you want in your corner.
And as if being an A+ recruiter wasn’t enough, he’s about to become a dad for the second time – so let’s just say it’s a big year ahead.
Happy Birthday, Nick – hope you manage to sneak in a game of golf or two between CVs and baby prep! 🎂👶🎈⛳️
#BirthdayShoutout #VividRecruitment #LegendaryRecruiter #WorkFam #RecruiterWithAHeart
JOB ALERT // Righio, so we need a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Melbourne.
Yup. Design with purpose. Lead with impact. Grow your career.
We’re partnering with a national consultancy leading the way in environmentally focused engineering across commercial, mission-critical, health, education and retail sectors.
They’re on the hunt for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Melbourne team and take charge of projects from concept to completion.
→ 5–9 years local experience
→ Strong technical chops + first principles approach
→ Paid parental leave (incl. single parent policy)
→ $110K–$130K + super
→ Flexible working environment
→ A truly sustainable and people-first company
→ Career progression + global project exposure
You’ll lead projects, mentor juniors, work across disciplines, and collaborate with a vibrant and knowledgeable team that’s shaping the future of engineering in Australia.
📲 Contact Nicholas Koop for more info:
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Know someone in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or fire protection design? Nick’s all ears — referrals welcome!
#VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #Engineer #EngineeringRecruitment #AvailableJobs #BuiltEnvironment #MechanicalEngineer #Hiring #MelbourneJobs
HOT JOB // Would you work on $150M projects while being mentored by one of Brisbane’s best? (And earn above market salary doing it?)
We’re on the lookout for a Project Architect / Senior Architect to join a brilliant CBD-based design studio that’s growing fast (new office opening September!).
The dets:
→ Multi-residential projects up to $150M
→ Run 2–3 projects from concept to completion
→ Lead, mentor, coordinate teams
→ Brisbane CBD – Queen Street
→ $110K–$120K + super (negotiable for the right person)
→ Min. 5–6 years post-reg experience
→ Revit expertise, excellent documentation + client liaison
→ Fast-tracked growth into senior leadership
→ Led by an exceptional director deeply connected to Brissie’s design scene
A design studio that actually values design? Yep – and their pipeline is strong for the next 3+ years, too.
Get in touch if you'd like a confidential chat with Lee Stevens about this role.
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Full JD can be found on our website > vividrecruitment.com.au/job-details/project-architectsenior-project-architect-in-architecture-interior-design-jobs-1230279
#Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #Design #ClearAndSimple #BrisbaneJobs #ProjectArchitect
VIVID // "Just send us a few CVs" – if only it were that simple...
When you engage us to recruit, you're not just paying for a CV or a name on a shortlist. You're paying for the process — and trust us, there's a lot more to it than you might realise.
→ We review dozens (sometimes hundreds) of applications.
→ We spend hours having honest conversations with candidates, gauging skillsets, motivations, and career goals.
→ We act as your ambassador — pitching your business, your team, your culture to high-calibre professionals who might not be actively looking.
→ We negotiate. We coach. We manage expectations on both sides.
→ And only then do we present someone — someone who’s aligned to your brief and will actually add value to your team.
All of this happens before you even see a CV.
So yes, there’s a fee. But behind that fee is experience, time, effort, industry tools (which aren’t free), and a whole lot of people skills.
We don’t throw spaghetti at the wall and hope it sticks — we headhunt, we qualify, we shortlist, and we deliver.
Ready to work with a recruiter who gets it right the first time?
📩 Let’s chat.
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#ArchitectureJobs #DesignRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #HiringTips #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #PlanningJobs #ClearAndSimple
VIVID TIPS // Hiring an Engineer? Here are 5x common mistakes employers make – and how to avoid them.
Whether it’s a structural specialist, services engineer, or technical coordinator, the right approach can make or break your hiring process.
Because engineers don't just solve problems – they spot the flaws in your brief too!
Our advice? Avoid the mistakes and get in touch with Nicholas Koop to help you with your next hire.
📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#EngineeringJobs #HiringEngineers #RecruitmentTips #VividRecruitment #EngineeringDesign #EngineeringRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
VIVID // New week, new job? Or maybe… a new hire? Either way, we’ve got you covered.
Have you checked out the latest jobs on our website lately? We’ve got some absolute belters in Architecture, Engineering, Planning and Design — but fair warning: not all roles make it online. Some are just too hot and get snapped up straight from our talent pool.
👀 Job hunting?
Jump on the site [🔗 in bio], connect with Lee Stevens and Nicholas Koop, and slide into their DMs. Whether you're ready to make a move or just testing the waters, now’s the time.
🤝 Hiring?
Don’t waste hours trawling through CVs. Tap into our network of pre-qualified legends. We’ll take your brief and deliver the right fit in record time.
Recruitment. Clear and Simple.
So, whether you're chasing that next big opportunity or need a fresh face on your team, let's kick this Monday into gear.
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au | 📞 0406 470 020
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au | 📞 0426 180 254
#VividRecruitment #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #PlanningJobs #DesignCareers #Hiring #JobHunt #BuiltEnvironment
INDUSTRY NEWS // Hello, new @meccabeauty mega-store!!
On 8 August 2025, MECCA will officially open its most ambitious flagship yet — a 3-level, 4,000sqm beauty mega-store at 299 Bourke Street, in the heart of Melbourne. Housed inside a lovingly restored 1930s heritage building (formerly the site of Cole’s Book Arcade), this is beauty retail on a global scale.
Expect:
→ 200+ global brands
→ 80+ services including clinical treatments, hair & makeup, and a full immersive perfume gallery
→ A café, a 200sqm MECCAVersity auditorium, and over 300 in-store experts
→ Oh, and did we mention... it’s 60x bigger than MECCA’s original Toorak Road store. No biggie. 😏
(We've also heard on the grapevine that there will be a bar inside! 🤫)
But pulling off this retail reinvention on one of Melbourne’s busiest corners didn’t happen by magic — it took a dream team of consultants and creatives:
So, who was this Project Dream Team?👇
→ @buildcorpgroup – Principal Contractor delivering the high-end fitout, managing complex site logistics, coordinating specialist trades, and overseeing sensitive heritage restoration works.
→ @gallagherjeffs – Client-side Project Managers supporting MECCA Brands through planning and delivery.
→ @studiomcqualter – Architecture & interior design, leading heritage integration with experiential design.
→ @robertbirdgroup – Structural and civil engineers.
→ @adpconsultingptyltd – Building services and systems coordination.
→ @wtpartnership – Quantity surveyors / cost managers.
This project is a celebration of heritage, innovation and beauty, all under one (gloriously lit) roof.
Melbourne, you’re about to get your glow on.
Read more via @broadsheet_melb
📸 MECCA Brands + Studio McQualter
#MECCAMelbourne #MECCAFlagship #RetailDesign #HeritageArchitecture #ArchitectureRecruitment #VividRecruitment #AustralianDesign
HIRING // Well, that escalated quickly!! Have you tapped into all the roles that are on our website? No, well, here's a little snapshot of the goodness we are currently recruiting for, below:
📍Brisbane
→ Mid-Senior Interior Designer, Multi-Res, Revit, $80-$100k+
→ Architects (all levels), Multi-Res, Revit,
→ Senior Design Architect/Leader, $120-$150k+
→ Junior Interior Designer, Design & Construct, Bach Built Enviro
→ Experienced Architectural Grad, revit, $60-$75+
→ Interior Design Graduate, support leading ID, $60-$65+
📍Sydney
→ Architects, 5-6yrs; 7-8yrs+ experience, Global Design Studio
→ Senior Hydraulic Engineer, design-focused, competitive $+
→ Hydraulic Engineer, national consultancy, flexible working
→ Senior Structural Engineer, long-term career pathways
→ Experienced Architectural Grad, expanding team, $75-$90k+
→ Senior Design Architect/Leader, $120-$150k+
→ Architectural Graduates, 1-2yrs; 3-4yrs exp., $60-$80k+
Keen? Check out all the job descriptions on our fab website, OR get in touch with either Lee Stevens (Arch/Design) or Nicholas Koop (Engineering) for a confidential chat.
Also, make sure you're connected with these guys on LinkedIn... as they always have the scoop!
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nick | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Link to website > vividrecruitment.com.au/job-results
#ArchitectureJobs #DesignRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
FAQs // Got questions about recruitment in Architecture, Engineering, Planning or Construction?
→ You’re not alone... and we’ve got answers.
From “Do I need a portfolio?” to “What makes you different from other recruiters?”—we’ve rounded up the questions we get asked all the time (and answered them with no fluff, no BS).
💬 Whether you’re job hunting or hiring, this FAQ series is for you.
👉 Swipe through to get some of the lowdown
📍 Or hit the link to read the full FAQ page on our website > https://lnkd.in/gsfKDvcP
If you just want to get in touch to chat through your options or needs, then no worries... you can do that, too!! Contact details for the lads are below.
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Recruitment. Clear and simple.
#RecruitmentFAQs #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringCareers #ConstructionRecruitment #BuiltEnvironment #VividRecruitment #DesignCareers #NoBSRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #Planning
NEWSLETTER // It's mid-July already (like, what??) and we’ve officially kicked off FY25/26. We've also put together our latest Vivid newsletter, which is packed with so much goodness we even astound ourselves sometimes!!
Inside you’ll find:
→ A fresh blog on smarter hiring strategies
→ A heap of hot jobs across Architecture and Design
→ Industry podcasts & white papers worth a look
→ Key events to bookmark in July & August
→ A final word from Nicholas & Lee (plus a quote to get you fired up for the year ahead..!)
If you're planning to grow your team or take the next step in your career, this is the update you don’t want to miss.
📥 Hit the link in bio to read the full thing. It's gold!!
#VividRecruitment #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringRecruitment #DesignCareers #HiringStrategy #FY2526 #BuiltEnvironment #ClearAndSimple #RecruitmentExperts
INDUSTRY NEWS // Project Spotlight: Eva and Marc Besen Centre – TarraWarra Museum of Art, Wurundjeri Country | Yarra Valley, VIC.
TarraWarra might be best known for its award-winning wines, but it’s also home to some of the country’s most thoughtful and context-driven architecture.
The new Eva and Marc Besen Centre, designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects, is a masterclass in architectural companionship – gracefully tucking itself into the landscape and standing in quiet dialogue with Allan Powell’s original museum building.
From a recruitment and project delivery lens, this build reflects the best of multidisciplinary collaboration:
→ Structural + Civil Engineering: Webber Design Pty Ltd
→ Landscape Architecture: OCULUS (with Craig Murphy-Wandin)
→ Bushfire Assessment: Terramatrix
→ Town Planning: Contour Planning
→ Acoustic + AV Design: Audio Systems Logic, Acoustic Logic
→ Builder: McCorkell Constructions
→ Lighting Design: 2B Designed + WSP in Australia
→ ESD Consultant: Finding Infinity
→ Project Management + QS: Urban, Reshape Development + WT (Australia)
A huge congrats to all involved on a project that’s technically robust, culturally sensitive, and architecturally poetic. The Eva and Marc Besen Centre proves that even in wine country, the architecture can be just as intoxicating.
Read more via ArchitectureAu > https://architectureau.com/articles/eva-and-marc-besen-centre-by-kerstin-thompson-architects/
#VividRecruitment #ArchitectureSpotlight #KerstinThompsonArchitects #TarraWarra #ProjectDelivery #MuseumDesign #EngineeringExcellence #ClearAndSimple
TESTIMONIAL // We love hearing feedback from clients like this, especially when a short-term contract could turn into a long-term success story!
“Lee provided an excellent candidate for our current contract role requirement needs, who may also prove useful in becoming a FTE permanent position.”
Whether you're hiring for a quick project or building your dream team, we’re here to find the right fit.
Looking for top-tier talent in Architecture, Planning or Design?
Let’s chat. 👇
Get in touch with Lee Stevens...
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
#VividRecruitment #ClientLove #ClearAndSimple #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringCareers #ArchitectureRecruitment
VIVID TIPS // Hiring a Designer?
Here are 5 things employers regularly get wrong – and how to fix them.
From unclear briefs to chasing unicorns, these mistakes can cost you the right candidate (or any candidate at all).
If you’re struggling to hire in a competitive market, this one’s for you. 👇
Save it, share it, or better yet – talk to us before your next hire!
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#ArchitectureJobs #DesignRecruitment #HiringTips #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
VIVID // Never let a little torrential rain ruin an EOFY celebration lunch...
Let’s just say “drowned rats” springs to mind and really bad hair... except for maybe Lee's hair... those lucious locks don't move an inch out of place!!
A huge thank you to our incredible clients, candidates, families, and friends for all your support over the past year. You’ve helped us weather more than just wild weather!
Here’s to a brighter, bolder, and (hopefully drier) FY25/26!
#EOFY #ThankYou #RecruitmentLife #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
Award Season is HERE... and our two fave cities did not disappoint!
From timber-clad depots redefining civic spaces in Melbourne to sky-high pedestrian bridges transforming Brisbane’s cityscape, the 2025 Australian Institute of Architects Awards celebrated the best of built design in Victoria and Queensland.
In Victoria, the big gong – the Victorian Architecture Medal – went to the stunning Northern Memorial Park Depot by Searle x Waldron Architecture. A workplace that proves even depots can be uplifting, sustainable, and deeply attuned to place. And yes – it's made of timber, and yes – it's beautiful.
Meanwhile, up north in Queensland, the Kangaroo Point Bridge swept the stage, taking out the Queensland Architecture Medallion, plus awards for Urban Design and Sustainability. Hats off to Blight Rayner Architecture, Dissing+Weitling, Arup and Cox Architecture for showing us how infrastructure can be inspiring!
✨ Honourable mentions to:
James Cook University’s Engineering and Innovation Place (QLD) – a triple-threat winner in educational, sustainable and interior architecture.
Munarra Centre for Regional Excellence (VIC) – a culturally rich and inclusive project supporting education and connection on Yorta Yorta Country.
From big cities to the bush, these projects show the power of great design to uplift, connect and inspire.
📐 Want to work on award-winning projects like these? Let’s chat.
📧 info@vividrecruitment.com.au
📍 Melbs & Brissie – just like the winners 😉
Read more via ArchitectureAu
VIC > architectureau.com/articles/2025-Victorian-Architecture-Awards/
QLD > architectureau.com/articles/2025-queensland-architecture-awards/
#ArchitectureAwards #VividRecruitment #DesignMatters #BrisbaneArchitecture #MelbourneArchitecture #AIAAwards #ArchitectureJobs #ClearAndSimple
HIRING // Happy New Financial Year!! And whaaat a way to start with a truckload of roles that we need awesome candidates for...
In brief:
→ Project Leader, Brisbane, approx 10 years exp.
→ Internal Design Graduate, Brisbane, strong graphic design
→ Experienced Architectural Grad, Brisbane, Revit
→ Project Leader, Sydney, approx 10 years exp.
→ Experienced Architectural Grad, Sydney, 4-5 years exp.
→ Receptionist/Office Coordinator, Brisbane
→ Senior Project Architect, Brisbane, $80-$160k+
→ Project Architect/Lead, Brisbane, $90-$120k+
→ Architectural Graduate, Sydney, Revit, $60-$80k+
→ Queensland Studio Leader, Brisbane, $160-$200k+
→ Principal, Multi-res, Sydney, 15 years exp., $180-$220k+
→ Senior Interior Designers, Brisbane, multiple roles
Get in touch if you're ready to take the next big step! All these roles are actively scouring CVs, interviewing and checking referees...
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nick | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #DesignRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
EOFY // Rightio, Monday, let's do this!!
Heads down. Bums up. Let's finish strong.
Whether you're crunching numbers, chasing invoices, or sneaking in that final coffee before the chaos hits, we see you.
Tomorrow kicks off FY25/26 — hello fresh budgets, new projects, and (fingers crossed) that all-important headcount approval.
If growing your team is on the cards, now’s the perfect time to have a chat.
Let’s make sure you start the new financial year with the right talent lined up and ready to go.
📞 Call us.
📧 Email us.
💬 Slide into our DMs.
We’re ready when you are.
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#EOFY #RecruitmentReady #FY2526 #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #HiringSeason #NewFinancialYear
PAY REVIEWS // Over the past 12 months, salaries in Architecture & Engineering have stayed largely stable, with the odd dip here and there.
📍 Sydney & Melbourne are still leading the charge with higher salary brackets, but don’t count Brisbane out. With multi-residential picking up and the Olympics around the corner, things are levelling out fast across the east coast.
From the candidate side, salary still matters — but more and more are telling us they’re willing to negotiate for roles that offer security and growth.
*The Bounce Is Coming*
Melbourne and Sydney are getting ready. Strategic hiring is already underway — savvy firms are moving now to secure top talent before demand (and salary expectations) rise.
With EOFY and pay reviews just around the corner, this data is key for both employers and employees. Whether you're planning your team structure or thinking about your next move, understanding where salaries are sitting right now is more important than ever.
Right now? It's still a steady market, which means there's a rare window to hire well before the bounce drives salaries up.
Got your next hire in mind? Let’s chat.
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Or check out our 2025/2026 Salary Guide > vividrecruitment.com.au
#ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #HiringTrends #EOFY #PayReviewSeason #VividRecruitment #SalaryGuide #ClearAndSimple
JOBS UPDATE // Nick has been busy, busy, busy and has a number of jobs on the go! Check them out below and check out the video [📢 SOUND ON].
→ Associate Hydraulic Engineer, Sydney, Lead, National Business
→ Associate or Associate Director, Structural Engineer, must have tier 1 builder exp., iconic project, Melbourne
→ Contract role - 3mths - Melbourne, Mechanical/Electrical Senior Engineer, global business, could go perm.
→ Revit Modellers, boutique consultancy, Electrical or Mechanical, ideally Intermediate but would also look at Senior
→ Electrical Modeller, Adelaide, Intermediate or Senior, growing local team
If any of these opportunities seem exciting to you, OR if you want to chat about your career, get in contact with Nicholas Koop STAT.
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#EngineeringAustralia #TaxTime #EOFY2025 #EngineeringCareers #VividRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
EVENT // Heading to the 2025 @nsconvention > So are we!
Lee and Nicholas will be at the Expo Area tomorrow, Wednesday, 25 June, chatting with architects, engineers, planners, presenters, clients and peers from across the Sports & Recreation industry.
Whether you're keen to spark new ideas, explore collaboration opportunities, or just have a good old-fashioned chinwag, this is where the industry connects.
We already got a few catch-ups in the diary, but there’s still room on the dance card. If you’d like to grab a coffee or say hi, shoot us a message!
→ Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020
✉️ lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
→ Nick Koop
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0426 180 254
Or find us, loitering at the Expo!!
📍 Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
📌 Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country
🗓 Wednesday 25 June 2025
#Networking #VividRecruitment #Engineering #Planning #Architecture #ClearAndSimple #NSC2025 #SportsRecExpo
HIRING // We love Lee's video market updates... and who doesn't love a bright blue sky too!!
Coming to you from our Ballarat office this morning, Lee is actively recruiting and has a number of roles with plenty of work across #Brisbanes multi-residential sector.
Hot off the press: Vivid also has a super new role in #Melbourne for an Associate level #Architect - #TownhouseDevelopments #Revit #Masterplanning #Allphases
Lee will be in the Melbourne office on Wednesday. If anyone would like to catch up, please give him a call. He doesn't mind a coffee date or two.
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
#Vividrecruitment #ClearAndSimple #Recruitment #Design
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN ENGINEERING DAY!!
Today, we celebrate the incredible women shaping the future of engineering - building bridges (both literal and metaphorical), designing sustainable solutions, solving big problems, and showing the world that the future of engineering is diverse, inclusive, and brilliant.
This year’s theme, Together We Engineer, reminds us that progress happens when we work together - and that the voices, skills, and leadership of women are absolutely essential to that progress.
👏 Here’s to the engineers breaking new ground, mentoring the next generation, and challenging the status quo.
@engaustralia is hosting events all over the country — from breakfasts to cocktail nights — to celebrate the 12th year of INWED and inspire even more women and girls to pursue a career in engineering.
📍 Find an event near you and be part of the movement > engineersaustralia.org.au/learning-and-events/conferences-and-major-events/international-women-engineering-day#accordion-547516
#INWED25 #TogetherWeEngineer #WomenInEngineering #EngineersAustralia #VividRecruitment #EquityInEngineering #STEM #EngineeringCareers
[📢 SOUND ON + WATCH]
These 2x have a number of jobs that have just come across the desk.
Lee is recruiting in Brissie. Nick is recruiting in Sydney. These roles are hot to trot.
If you want any further info, or looking for a confidential chat, give Lee or Nick a buzz/email.
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#Brisbane #Sydney #Architecture #Engineering #Design #Planning #Recruitment #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
HIRING // Brissie jobs... in the Multi-Residential sector!
Did you catch Lee's video post yesterday? Hot off three incredible days in Brissie last week, the Vivid Recruitment team can confirm — there’s plenty of activity heating up in Queensland!
We’re currently recruiting for Architects, Project Architects, and Experienced Graduates in Brisbane, with a strong focus on multi-residential projects.
If you’ve been thinking about making the move (hello, warmer weather 👋), this might be your ticket north! Get in touch with Lee Stevens or check out our website for available roles.
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
And just quietly... if anyone’s looking for a new house in Daylesford, Lee might just have the inside scoop. He's pretty keen to get up north himself! 😆
The Sunshine State is calling — get in touch!
#Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #Design #ClearAndSimple #JOBS #InteriorDesignRecruitment
NEWSLETTER // The end of June is nearly here... and it's a bit of a weird one, isn’t it?
The end of the financial year feels like a holding pattern, with budgets frozen and everyone nervously watching the calendar.
Especially in QLD, where we’re all hanging out for the June 25 budget drop. But trust us — once that lands, the floodgates will open.
We’ve wrapped up a huge week in Brissie (big love to everyone who joined us under the stars for rooftop chats), and in this edition we cover:
➡️ Market insights from across Architecture, Engineering & Design
➡️ Our hot jobs right now (yes, they’re still out there!)
➡️ Why candidates are STILL turning down offers — even in this market
➡️ International Women in Engineering Day & a must-read throwback blog with Emma Johnstone
➡️ A few upcoming events + handy resources to keep you in the loop
Plus, a little EOFY wisdom to round things out. Spoiler alert: it’s from Bruce Lee.
Catch the full newsletter here👇
And if you need a hand with your hiring needs, shout out to Nicholas Koop and Lee Stevens, as they have a number of awesome candidates waiting for the right opportunity to come their way!
Lee - 📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nick - 📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #RecruitmentNews #EOFY #InternationalWomenInEngineeringDay #VividRecruitment #DesignJobs #Hiring
INDUSTRY NEWS // Did you catch the big announcement last week?
A new powerhouse consortium has officially been appointed to lead the design of the new main clinical building at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide — and what a lineup it is.
DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE
The architectural dream team includes:
→ @billardleece (BLP)
→ @batessmart
→ @grievegillettarchitects
→ @tcl_studio
ENGINEERING & BUILDING SERVICES
The design team will be supported by:
→ Pirku Design – @aurecon @lucidconsultingaustralia and @brplusa (leading building services)
→ @wga_ausnz (Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec) and Kellogg Brown & Root International, Inc. (leading structural and civil design)
A brilliant showing of South Australian expertise, with local firms taking centre stage on one of the state’s most significant infrastructure projects. While also combining with national expertise to deliver a future-focused, highly specialised hospital facility.
The new Central Design Office is now open and ready to accommodate up to 140 skilled workers, providing a dedicated space to support collaboration and keep momentum strong as the hospital progresses toward its 2031 completion date.
Huge kudos to everyone involved. We’ll be keeping a close eye on this one!
Read more > https://www.newwch.sa.gov.au/news/new-design-team-announced
#HealthcareDesign #Engineering #Architecture #WomensAndChildrensHospital #DesignandConstruction #VividRecruitment
EVENT // Whoa, Brisbane — you turned it on!
Last Thursday night was one for the books as we hosted our Vivid Recruitment client event under the stars at the Stock Exchange rooftop.
A huge shoutout to our amazing friends from Cox Architecture, Architectus, Aurecon, Human Habitats, Compass-Intelle (and so many more) who came along to share insights, laughs, and a little Brisbane magic.
From market intel to beers, it was the perfect mix of business and buzz. Thanks for bringing the energy — we can’t wait to do it all again very soon.
#VividRecruitment #BrisbaneMarket #ArchitectureAndDesign #Engineering #ClientEvent
INDUSTRY TIPS // Engineers, it’s deduction season!
EOFY is creeping up faster than a concrete pour on a deadline, and it’s time to get your tax return in shape.
From car expenses and calculators to high-vis and home office claims — here are 5 common deductions engineers should be across in 2025 (cheers to Phoebe Armstrong for the tips via Create powered by Engineers Australia).
✅ Tools of the trade
✅ Working from home
✅ Protective gear
✅ Study & PD
✅ Site travel
Keep those receipts handy and play by the ATO rules (no dodgy claims, folks — the bots are watching).
Check out the full blog for more EOFY wisdom
> createdigital.org.au/5-tax-time-deductions-engineers/
And hey — if the new financial year also has you eyeing off a career move, have a chat with our engineering specialist Nicholas Koop.
He’s got roles, advice and maybe even a tax joke or two.
Nick | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#EngineeringAustralia #TaxTime #EOFY2025 #EngineeringCareers #VividRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
HIRING // Lee Stevens is hiring across Sydney and Brissie!! If you're currently on the lookout for a new role in Architecture or Interior Design, then you're going to want to check out the roles we are currently recruiting for!
→ Project Architect / Project Lead, Brisbane, $90-$120 + super
→ Architectural Graduate, Sydney, $60-$80k + super
→ Queensland Studio Leader, Brisbane, $160-$200k + super
→ Principal (multi-res), Sydney, $180-$220k + super
→ Senior Interior Designers, Brisbane, $90-$110k + super
Ready to make your next big move?
These roles are actively reviewing CVs, lining up interviews, and contacting referees — so don’t wait, get in touch today!
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Full JDs can be found on our website > vividrecruitment.com.au/job-results#/
#Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #Design #ClearAndSimple #JOBS #InteriorDesignRecruitment
Brisbane, we’ve landed!!
We’re in town over the next couple of days catching up with some of our amazing clients across engineering, design, architecture and planning – and we can’t wait!
We’re also hosting an invite-only networking event with our industry mates – a little gathering of good people doing great things.
If you’re keen to catch up while we’re in Brisbane, give us a shout. And if you feel like you need to be networking right now, slide into our DMs. Our space is limited, but we might be able to squeeze in a few more legends.
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#Brisbane #Architecture #Engineering #Design #Planning #Networking #Recruitment #VividOnTour #VividRecruitment
TESTIMONIALS // 5 out of 5 stars… and feeling pretty chuffed!
Over the past few months, we’ve had a bunch of glowing reviews roll in via Sourcr — and we’re proud as punch to be officially recognised as a 5-star recruiter and a Sourcr Recommended Recruiter.
Let’s be honest — in a market like this, that’s no easy feat.
It’s not rocket science. There are no bells & whistles, no smoke & mirrors.
Just hard work, straight-up honesty, and some incredible relationships with the clients and candidates we’re lucky enough to work with.
Need help growing your team?
Sure, we could whip up some slick infographics, dazzle you with a 15-step methodology and throw around enough buzzwords to make your head spin…
But that’s not really us.
We’d rather:
→ Grab a coffee or beer
→ Get to know you and your business
→ Work together to find a practical, tailored solution
→ And get the job done — no fuss, no fluff.
We don’t follow a standard recruitment model because your business isn’t standard.
We don’t treat hiring like a transaction — we treat it like a partnership.
And we’re in it for the long haul.
So if you’re ready to work with a team that’s all about real results (and maybe a few laughs along the way), give us a shout. Let’s chat. Our testimonials speak for themselves.
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#Recruitment #Hiring #SourcrRecommended #5StarRecruiter #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #ClearAndSimple
🍩 Happy National Donut Day! 🍩
Because nothing says "I deserve a break" like a sugary carb ring with a hole in the middle.
Whether you're sinking your teeth into a jam-filled delight, a classic glazed, or something so fancy it has a name you can't pronounce, today, we donut judge. 🙃
And as if that wasn't enough to sweeten your week… it's the King’s Birthday Long Weekend too!
We’re not saying the King planned this on purpose… but we’re also not not saying that.
From all of us at Vivid Recruitment, have a cracking long weekend.
Put your feet up. Eat the donut. Be the donut. You’ve earned it.
#NationalDonutDay #KingsBirthdayWeekend #RecruitmentWithFlavour #VividRecruitment #DonutDisturb #Architecture #Engineering #Design #Planning
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT // Our Marketing Manager, Annie, was lucky enough to escape the hustle and head down the coast to Aireys Inlet this past weekend – and let’s just say, it didn’t disappoint.
The destination? @sunnymeadhotel
The experience? Nothing short of magic.
Tucked behind Sunnymead, @indie_spa delivers a wellness experience that’s anything but typical – and it turns out, the effortlessly cool aesthetic was dreamt up by our client @cerastribley
Designed to be different, Indie takes the classic mid-century vibe (hello, Palm Springs and Miami Vice!!) and gives it a contemporary twist. Playful, punchy, and the complete antithesis of the beige, minimalist spa stereotype – which, honestly, we're here for it.
The broader Sunnymead Hotel upgrades weren’t just skin-deep. The architecture and exteriors have been beautifully put together by Anglesea locals Derek and Mellissa Weigall of Facet Design. Annie's pics speak for themselves.
Hats off to the entire design and consulting team for delivering a hospitality and wellness space that’s fun, fresh and full of personality. A true celebration of colour, curves and connection.
📍Sunnymead, Aireys Inlet – add it to your list.
Read more about the Indie project via our mates at Cera Stribely
> c-s.com.au/project/indie-spa/
#VividRecruitment #Architecture #Design #MidCenturyModern #ArchitectureRecruitment #WeekendWellness #DesignRecruitment
NEW ROLES // Yup, that’s right… we said roles!! Plural. 😏
Nicholas Koop has been busy working his engineering magic again, and he's grabbed a number of opportunities for his fellow engineering legends. Most are Melbourne-based, with a cheeky Brissie role thrown in for good measure.
Here’s the lineup:
→ Senior Mechanical Engineer – Melbourne
→ Electrical Engineer – Melbourne
→ Mechanical Engineer – Melbourne
→ Senior Mechanical Engineer – Brisbane
Offering hybrid work, flexibility, and room to grow with awesome teams, these roles are with fab National businesses with strong pipelines of work across diverse sectors.
👉 Head to our website for the full job specs, and give Nick a shout if something catches your eye.
📩 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0426 180 254
#EngineeringJobs #MechanicalEngineer #ElectricalEngineer #MelbourneJobs #BrisbaneJobs #HiringNow #FlexibleWork #EngineeringCareers #VividRecruitment
INDUSTRY NEWS // Brisbane’s Olympic Stadium... where will it land?
The race is on – not just for the 2032 Games, but to decide exactly where within Victoria Park, Brisbane’s new 63,000-seat Olympic stadium will go.
While the @qldgov has officially backed Victoria Park, three potential locations within the 64-hectare site are currently being considered.
Each has different implications for parkland preservation, transport connections, and urban design outcomes.
One of the most detailed concepts comes from local architecture legends @blightrayner who’ve pitched a north-eastern alignment near the RBWH and RNA Showgrounds.
Director Michael Rayner AM envisions a stadium integrated with its surroundings, not one that chops the park in two. As he put it, “You want to be in both [the park and the stadium] simultaneously.”
We also saw an exciting alternative from urban thinkers @archipelagoarchitects whose ‘Brisbane Bold’ vision positions the stadium towards the southern edge near the Inner City Bypass.
And then there’s the state’s own early concept showing a south-west alignment.
Regardless of the final site, we love seeing how top consultants are shaping this critical city-shaping conversation.
Between terrain challenges, acoustic considerations, and the promise of a design competition (fingers crossed! 🤞), this isn’t just a stadium – it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine Brisbane’s civic identity.
📍Preferred site announcement expected later this year. Watch this (park) space.
Read more via @brisbane_development > brisbanedevelopment.com.au/three-options-on-the-table-for-olympic-stadium-location-in-victoria-park/
📸 Blight Rayner Architecture + Archipelago
#Architecture #UrbanDesign #Brisbane2032 #OlympicStadium #VictoriaPark #VividRecruitment #StadiumDesign #BrisbaneDevelopment
VIVID NEWS // Welcome to winter!! We have news and roles to start the week.
Our team is heading to Brisbane next week (hello, sunshine!!), and we’re catching up with clients plus hosting a relaxed networking get-together for our Architecture and Engineering network on Wednesday, 12 June.
If you're keen to chat through your hiring plans, BD opportunities or just want to say hello over a drink, let us know! We’re available to meet in person during the day or at the evening event.
We also have some opportunities on the go for our Architecture & Design community...
Brisbane:
We’re actively recruiting for several practices across the city, especially on the lookout for Project Leaders and Revit Architects.
Perth:
✔️ New role
✔️ National client
✔️ Project Leaders (must be able to confidently deliver projects valued between $50m–$100m)
✔️ Experienced Graduates
✔️ Strong Revit capability
✔️ Multi-residential sector experience preferred
For more details or to tee up a time to catch up, reach out to Lee Stevens.
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
#ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #Brisbane #Perth #Networking #ArchitectureRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #VividRecruitment #RevitJobs
NEW ROLE // Hot off the press! Nicholas Koop is officially on the hunt for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join an Australian National Engineering Consultancy based in Brissie.
This is your chance to work for our client that champions meaningful work, autonomy, and career growth — all backed by a supportive, innovative team that values ownership and celebrates success.
📍 Location: Brisbane
💰 Salary: $120–$150k + super (depending on experience)
Perks include:
✅ Collaborative and forward-thinking culture
✅ Career development and progression pathways
✅ Comprehensive employee benefits package
If you’re an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking for your next big opportunity, get in touch with Nick today!
📩 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0426 180 254
#MechanicalEngineering #BrisbaneJobs #EngineeringCareers #VividRecruitment #Hiring #SeniorEngineer #EngineeringRecruitment
BLOG // Top candidates aren’t just looking for a job... they’re looking for a workplace that feels right.
In 2025, company culture is no longer just a buzzword. It’s the reason people apply, the reason they stay, and sometimes, the reason they leave.
If your company culture isn’t front and centre, you could be missing out on brilliant, values-aligned talent who are actively looking for a place where they’ll thrive.
So, how do you show who you really are as a business? And how do you attract people who actually get it?
We break it all down in our latest blog 👇
→ Why Your Company Culture Needs to Be Front and Centre - vividrecruitment.com.au/why-your-company-culture-needs-to-be-front-and-centre
Need help with your next Architecture or Engineering hire? Get in touch with the Vivid team:
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#CompanyCulture #EmployerBranding #HiringTips #AttractingTalent #RecruitmentStrategy #VividRecruitment #WorkplaceCulture #TalentAttraction #Leadership #HiringIn2025 #RecruitmentInsights
INDUSTRY NEWS // If you're in Architecture, Engineering or Construction, it's time to get excited – Brisbane’s countdown to the 2032 Olympics is officially sparking a development frenzy across the city and beyond.
According to @couriermail $7.1 billion is being poured into transport and sporting infrastructure, creating an estimated 91,600 jobs across Queensland. That’s not just Olympic hype — that’s serious economic acceleration.
📍 Commercial hot zones are emerging around the new Victoria Park Stadium, Bowen Hills Athletes’ Village, and Spring Hill’s National Aquatic Centre. These “golden rings” are already attracting developers, investors, and businesses ready to capitalise on long-term growth.
Transport upgrades and urban renewal will reshape precincts like:
→ Herston
→ Bowen Hills
→ Spring Hill
→ Fortitude Valley
→ Roma Street
Expect high-density commercial and residential hubs, better-connected infrastructure, and a demand surge for logistics, warehousing, and last-mile distribution.
It’s not just Brissie. Co-host cities like the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Townsville, and Cairns are also in for a boom, with upgrades attracting both talent and tourists — now, and long after the Games wrap.
🎯 Key takeaway: If you're in design, construction or project management — now is the time to position yourself (or your business) to take advantage of the Olympic-led transformation.
We’re already working with clients across these precincts who are gearing up for growth. Want in? Let’s chat about how Vivid can connect you with the right roles or talent for this once-in-a-generation opportunity.
Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop
📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Read more 👉 realestate.com.au/news/on-your-marks-get-set-buy/
📸 Render by @archipelagoarchitects
#Brisbane2032 #InfrastructureJobs #ArchitectureCareers #EngineeringJobs #OlympicProjects #VividRecruitment #UrbanGrowth #TransportInfrastructure #CommercialDevelopment
MONDAY // The world’s been a little wild lately…
We know it’s been a little tough out there — not just in Architecture, Engineering, and Design, but across every industry. There’s been a lot of uncertainty, and it’s been a rollercoaster for many.
But finally... some good news! Interest rates are starting to come down, and there’s a glimmer of positivity on the horizon.
Through it all, we’ve stayed focused. We love the thrill of the chase for our clients. We thrive on meeting new, exceptional people every single day. And we do it all for our legends at home (fur babies included) — they’re the reason we show up, day in and day out. 🐶👶🏻
So, if you're looking to plan your team resourcing for the rest of the year — or you're ready to hire a fresh face — get in touch. We’re the experts.
Lee Stevens | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nicholas Koop | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Clear. And. Simple.
In all this craziness, we still absolutely love what we do.
Because in the end, connection is everything. And that's what recruitment is all about.
Let’s make something great happen this week. 👊
#MondayMotivation #RecruitmentWithHeart #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringCareers #WeLoveWhatWeDo #VividRecruitment #ConnectionIsEverything
Happy World Interiors Day! 🎉
Today, Sunday 25 May, we’re giving a big shoutout to all the brilliant Interior Architects and Designers out there – you legends make our spaces not just functional, but beautiful, inspiring, and full of feeling.
This year’s theme from the International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers (IFI) is "Emotive Design, Experience, and AI" – a timely exploration of how tech (yes, even AI!) and human-centred design are coming together to shape the way we feel, live, and interact with the spaces around us.
Whether you're designing calming homes, high-energy workplaces, or jaw-dropping hospitality experiences – your work has real emotional impact. And that deserves some serious kudos. 💥
Thanks for making our interiors (and the world) a better, more thoughtful place.
#WorldInteriorsDay #VividRecruitment #InteriorDesign #Architecture #Planning #Design #EmotiveDesign #AIinDesign #ClearAndSimple
BLOG // You lost your dream candidate — again?! 😬
In today’s market, where more talent is available, you’d think offers would be snapped up faster than a Friday pub lunch... but nope. The best people are still walking away.
So, what’s going wrong?
We've pulled together the 5 biggest reasons top candidates are turning down job offers, including:
→ Lowball salaries
→ Culture that doesn’t stack up (psst... word does get around in design & engineering circles)
→ Painfully slow hiring processes
→ Vague job descriptions
→ Ghosting — yes, you might be the problem
If you're ready to stop losing great talent at the finish line, give this a read > 🔗 in bio.
#HiringTips #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #DesignCareers #CandidateExperience #RecruitmentAdvice #VividRecruitment #HiringMistakes #WorkCulture
ENGINEERING TALENT ALERT // We’ve got some absolute legends waiting in the wings – fully screened, ready to go, and looking for their next incredible opportunity.
If you’re hiring and want to avoid the slow dance of job ads and inbox roulette, now’s your chance to snap up some of the best in the biz.
Here’s a sneak peek at the phenomenal talent we’re representing right now:
→ Senior Electrical Engineer, Adelaide, 10 years exp., seeking $165k pkg
→ Senior Hydraulic Modeller, Adelaide, 5 years, seeking $115k pkg
→ Senior Hydraulic Engineer, Melbourne, 6 years, seeking $140k pkg
→ Associate Mechanical Engineer, Sydney, 8 years, seeking $160k pkg
→ Associate Hydraulic Engineer, Sydney, 8 years, seeking $165k pkg
→ Senior Electrical Engineer, Melbourne, 5 years, seeking $120k pkg
→ AD Electrical, Brisbane, 20 years, seeking $190k pkg
→ AD Mechanical, Brisbane, 15 years, seeking $250k pkg
These candidates are switched on, ready to deliver, and not hanging around forever.
If you’re on the lookout for top-tier Engineering talent across Australia, get in touch with Nicholas Koop today – before someone else does.
📩 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0426 180 254
#engineeringjobs
#engineeringrecruitment
#mechanicalengineer
#electricalengineer
#hydraulicengineer
#vividrecruitment
#clearandsimple
Hello Brissie, we’re coming for you! 😎
Nicholas, Lee and Annie (yup, she’s tagging along too) will be heading up your way next month – and we’d love to catch up with our wonderful clients, candidates, and everyone in between.
🗓 Pop Thursday 12 June in your diary!!
We’ll be around during the day for meetings, coffees, chats, and possibly snacks. Then that evening, we’ll be catching up with our key clients (so, clients, definitely keep that night free too). More details to come!
Hands up who wants to catch up? 👋
Drop us a message if you’d like to book something in – we can’t wait to see you!👇
📨 info@vividrecruitment.com.au
#VividRecruitment #VividOnTour #BrisbaneBound #ArchitectureAndEngineeringRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
INDUSTRY NEWS // New Project Alert – Brissie's West End is getting a major glow-up!
Stockwell has submitted plans for a striking new 16-storey residential development at 33 Vulture Street, right in the heart of West End – and we’re loving the mix of heritage and modern design.
Project Highlights:
→ 132 apartments over 13 levels
→ Two levels of retail along Vulture Street
→ Heritage character walls retained from the 1939 Queensland Can Factory
→ Rooftop rec zone with a pool, spa, gym, dog park, herb garden + more!
→ Designed by the talented team at @modedesign_corp
→ Landscape architecture by @rpslandscapearchitects
→ Town planning also by RPS Group
→ Developed by @stockwellpropertygroup
This is a brilliant example of adaptive reuse, seamlessly blending West End’s industrial past with thoughtful, community-focused design. Plus, it’s right across from the West End State School – location goals!
If you’re an Architect, Engineer, or Urban Designer passionate about shaping Brisbane’s skyline, this is one to watch!
Read more via @brisbane_development
📸 Renders: MODE
#Architecture #UrbanDevelopment #BrisbaneArchitecture #QueenslandProjects #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #UrbanDesign
VIVID TIPS // Graduated or graduating soon and wondering where to start? You're not alone!
We often hear from passionate Architecture and Engineering grads looking to get their foot in the door... but as a recruitment agency, we typically work with experienced professionals.
So, where to from here?
Here are a few fantastic firms that regularly offer graduate programs or early career opportunities:
✅ @dko_architecture → dko.com.au/careers/
✅ @woodsbagot → woodsbagot.com/global-studio/careers/australia-graduate-program/
✅ @arupgroup → arup.com/careers/early-careers/graduates/australasia/
✅ @ghddesign → ghd.com/en-au/careers/graduates
✅ @graypuksand → graypuksand.com.au/join-us/
✅ @rothelowman → rothelowman.com.au/practice/careers
Some 2025 programs may have already closed, but don’t stress! Now’s a great time to:
→ Join architecture/engineering networking events (check out the @institute_architects_aus and @engaustralia )
→ Polish up your @linkedin profile and start connecting with professionals in your field
→ Stay curious, stay proactive, and stay visible
Best of luck on your journey... we’re cheering you on! 🎓
#GraduateJobs #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #JOBS #EngineeringRecruitment #RecruitmentAdvice
TESTIMONIAL // If Lee’s the architecture guru, then Nicholas must be the engineering wiz! (Or maybe the engineering ledge? Either way, the magic is real.)
We’re absolutely buzzing after receiving this incredible feedback from Sandeep:
⭐️ "𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘢 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘕𝘪𝘤𝘬. 𝘏𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘶𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴. 𝘏𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘺 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥, 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘳 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 — 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘳𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘶𝘴𝘩 𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯’𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘧𝘪𝘵. 𝘕𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘺 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘴 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯 𝘰𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘏𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭, 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘴𝘮𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦. 𝘐 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘭𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘶𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘶𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴."
Finding the right career move isn't just about what’s available — it’s about what’s right for you. That’s why Nick takes the time to truly understand each candidate’s goals before finding that perfect match.
Looking for your next move in engineering? Or your next hire? Trust the legend himself — reach out to Nick today!
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#VividRecruitment #EngineeringJobs #ClearAndSimple #CandidateFirst #EngineeringCareers #VividDifference
NEWSLETTER // Our Vivid May Market Update is here!
The Architecture, Planning, and Design sectors are buzzing, Engineering is holding steady — and we’re all still patiently waiting for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic work to kick into gear. (Less than 7 years to go for construction to be finished... so it's going to get busy fast!)
Catch up on the latest industry news, changes to Olympic venue plans, new leadership appointments, and what it all means for the future.
PLUS:
✅ Fresh jobs
✅ New blog post
✅ Upcoming events
✅ Handy resources to help you stay ahead
Read the full update in our latest Vivid Recruitment newsletter! 🔗 in bio.
#Recruitment #Architecture #Engineering #Planning #Design #Brisbane2032 #Hiring #CareerMoves #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
ARCHITECTURE // Update incoming from our self-proclaimed guru, Lee!
Big news:
📰 Newsletter is almost ready (just waiting on Annie to get her act together).
🆕 New roles just dropped:
Perth – Exp Graduate (4+ yrs experience)
Brisbane – Exp Graduate (different national studio, similar brief)
Melbourne – 2x Mid-Level Architects (Richmond + CBD, solid all-rounders needed)
Brisbane – Studio Lead role (absolute belter of an opportunity)
Also... it’s been a record-breaking month over here – plenty happening, plenty more coming.
Keen? Curious? Fancy a chat?
👉 Get in touch with Lee!
📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
#ArchitectureJobs #VividRecruitment #BrisbaneJobs #PerthJobs #MelbourneJobs #ArchitectureRecruitment #ArchitectureCareers
NEW JOB // Senior Structural Engineer | Melbourne
Join an award-winning, sustainability-driven engineering consultancy with projects across Australia and beyond!
The role:
→ Lead small projects + mentor a team of 8
→ Deliver high-quality structural solutions
→ Collaborate across education, commercial, and industrial sectors
You’ll need:
✔️ 5+ years local consultancy experience
✔️ Civil/Structural Engineering degree
✔️ Strong PT, concrete, and timber design skills
✔️ Knowledge of ETABS, BIM, NavisWorks, Revit (bonus!)
✔️ Permanent Australian work rights
Perks:
→ Iconic projects
→ Technical leadership
→ Career growth
Interested? 📞 Call Nicholas Koop on 0426 180 254 or 📧 Email Nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nick’s also hiring across Electrical, Fire, Hydraulic, Structural, ICT & Sustainability Engineering!
Vivid Recruitment – Real people, real connections, real results.
Full JD > 🔗 in bio.
#EngineeringJobs #StructuralEngineer #MelbourneCareers #VividRecruitment #SustainableDesign #CareerMove
EVENTS // As we move further into 2025, Australia's built environment sector continues to thrive with events that foster innovation, collaboration, and future-focused thinking.
Whether you're an architect, planner, interior designer, or engineer, these events offer brilliant opportunities to connect, learn and grow:
Sydney Build Expo 2025
📅 7–8 May 2025 | 📍 ICC Sydney
🔍 Australia’s leading construction, architecture, and interior design event, featuring networking events, CPD workshops, and talks from industry leaders.
MAV Rural & Regional Planning Conference
📅 22–23 May 2025 | 📍 Silverwater Resort, San Remo VIC
🔍 A key gathering for planners and decision-makers supporting rural and regional communities, tackling housing growth and environmental challenges.
Planning Congress 2025
📅 28–30 May 2025 | 📍 Darwin Convention Centre, NT
🔍 The Planning Institute of Australia's flagship event, diving into the latest thinking in urban, regional, and community planning.
Interiors Australia 2025 (part of Design Show Australia)
📅 12–14 June 2025 | 📍 MCEC, Melbourne
🔍 A major showcase for Australia’s interior architecture and design community, featuring 250+ brands, product launches, and an Interior Design Conference.
The Design Conference 2025
📅 17–20 June 2025 | 📍 Brisbane Powerhouse, QLD
🔍 While traditionally broader, this year’s event includes sessions on interior environments, spatial storytelling, and experiential design.
These events are more than just dates in a diary – they’re opportunities to inspire your work, grow your network, and shape the future of Australia's built environment.
👉 Which event are you planning to attend? We'd love to hear!
#VividRecruitment #Architecture #Planning #InteriorDesign #Engineering #Networking #BuiltEnvironment
JOBS // Well, hello! Is it heating up or what!? Our mate Lee Stevens' inbox is out of control as he's got a number of hot roles across Melbourne, Sydney and Brissie.
He is currently recruiting for:
→ Senior Interior Designers, Brisbane, $90-$110k + super
→ Interior Designers, all levels, Brisbane, $90-$110k + super
→ Senior Registered Architects, Melbourne, $120-$130k + super
→ Mid-level Architects or Experienced Grads, Melb, $70-$90k + super
→ Principal (multi-res), Sydney, $180-$220k + super
→ Queensland Studio Leader, Brisbane, $160-$200k + super
→ Architectural Graduate, Sydney, $60-$80k + super
Get in touch if you're ready to take the next big step! All these roles are actively scouring CVs, interviewing and checking referees...
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Full JDs can be found on our website > vividrecruitment.com.au/job-results#/
🔗 in bio.
#Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #Design #ClearAndSimple #JOBS #ItsGettingHotInHere
SURVEY // We want your honest thoughts — the good, the bad, and the brutally constructive (we can take it!!).
Whether you're a client hiring top-tier talent or a candidate navigating your next career move in Architecture, Design, Planning, Construction or Engineering, your feedback helps shape how we work and improve our recruitment services.
Take our 2-minute feedback survey here 👉 🔗 in bio.
🙏 We appreciate your time and your honesty (and please, be honest!!).
#ArchitectureJobs #DesignCareers #EngineeringRecruitment #ConstructionIndustry #PlanningRecruitment #RecruitmentSurvey #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
VIVID // “𝘓𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘸𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘪𝘵... 𝘓𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘧𝘢𝘳 𝘸𝘦'𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦, 𝘮𝘺 𝘣𝘢𝘣𝘺!“
Vivid Recruitment is officially 5 years old!
In the wise words of Shania Twain:
“𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘪𝘥, "𝘐 𝘣𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺'𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵" 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘢𝘵 𝘶𝘴 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘯. 𝘞𝘦'𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘨𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨”
It’s been an incredible journey — and we’re not gonna lie, the past couple of years have been tough. Tough for all recruiters.
But we’re still here. Phew.
From humble beginnings to a thriving business working across Architecture, Engineering, Design and Project Management — we’ve built something we’re truly proud of.
💥 5 years of partnerships
💥 5 years of championing great talent
💥 5 years of matching awesome people with awesome places
We even managed to sneak out for a team lunch to celebrate — although, true to form, we were still working at the same time (here’s Nick, caught mid-bite and mid-call 📞😂).
To our clients, candidates, colleagues, family and supporters — thank you. Your trust, loyalty and laughs have kept us going.
Here’s to the next 5! 🥂
#VividTurns5 #RecruitmentWithHeart #ArchitectureRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #StillStanding #WeMadeIt #ShaniaWouldBeProud
VIVID // Hiring in Architecture, Design, Planning, or Engineering?
Don’t leave it to chance — leave it to Lee and Nick!
With years of industry know-how, a killer network of top-tier talent, and a "no nonsense, all results" approach, Lee Stevens and Nicholas Koop are your secret weapons for building better, faster, stronger teams.
✅ Deep industry expertise
✅ Personalised service (no bulls**t recruiting here)
✅ Access to hard-to-find talent you actually want to hire
✅ We understand your projects — and your pressures
If you're serious about getting the right people without the headache, it’s time to talk to Lee and Nick.
Your future dream team is just a call (or DM) away! 📞💬
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nick | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#ClearAndSimple #ArchitectureRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment #DesignCareers #PlanningTalent #VividRecruitment
INDUSTRY NEWS // Who doesn’t love belting out a power ballad at 3am after a flash mob silent disco? No? Just us?
Well, good news for Adelaide’s night owls and secret rockstars – a brand new karaoke event space is coming to town!
@matthews.architects are giving the old Fat Controller nightclub (seriously, how did we not know there was a club named after a Thomas the Tank Engine character?) a new lease on life, transforming it into KBox Adelaide – a vibrant, theatrical entertainment hub right in the heart of the CBD.
With a golden-hued central bar, bold purple and pink corridors, private karaoke rooms each with their own vibe, and even pay-per-use booths in the nearby pedestrian tunnel, it’s all about spontaneous fun, social connection, and unleashing your inner diva.
Opening towards the end of 2025 – we’re already warming up our vocal cords!
Check out the full story from @architectureanddesignaustralia
> architectureanddesign.com.au/editorial/industry-news/
#ArchitectureNews #DesignInspo #KaraokeNight #ArchitectureAndDesign #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment
HIRING NOW // Two Outstanding Leadership Opportunities!
Young Lee Stevens has truly outdone himself this time — we’re on the hunt for not one, but TWO exceptional leaders:
→ Queensland Studio Leader – Brisbane | $160k–$200k + super
→ Principal (Multi-Residential) – Sydney | $180k–$220k + super
Get in touch if you're ready to take the next big step! Both roles are with outstanding design studios.
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Full JDs can be found on our website > 🔗 in bio.
#MondayVibes #Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #Design #ClearAndSimple
🌺 Lest We Forget 🌺
Today, on ANZAC Day, we pause to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice, and mateship of the Australian and New Zealand servicemen and women - past and present.
Their legacy goes far beyond the battlefield. The resilience, teamwork, and commitment they showed continue to inspire us in our daily lives, in our communities, and even in our workplaces.
At Vivid Recruitment, we take a moment to reflect, pay our respects, and say thank you.
Whether you're observing the day with quiet reflection, attending a dawn service, or sharing stories with family and friends, we stand with you.
Lest we forget.
#ANZACDay #LestWeForget #VividRecruitment #ThankYouForYourService #ANZACSpirit
INDUSTRY NEWS // Who remembers Bennetts Lane for the legendary jazz club? Or that time Prince did a surprise 3-hour gig there?
Well, the area is now getting a serious upgrade.
Bennetts Lane is about to be the new Melbourne landmark — and we’re not just talking about a new office block.
Thanks to the incredible team at fjcstudio, working in close collaboration with @perriprojects this vertical village is redefining what it means to live, work, and play in the heart of Naarm (Melbourne CBD).
From heritage brickwork and rooftop bars to co-working, short-stay accommodation and leafy terraces on every floor — this is place-making at its finest.
Dive into the full interview with @fjcstudio via @architectureanddesignaustralia to learn how this ambitious mixed-use project is blending laneway culture, wellness, and sustainability goals to reshape our city skyline.
> architectureanddesign.com.au/editorial/industry-news/
Need Architecture, Design or Engineering talent? Give us a shout!👇
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nick | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📸 Visuals by Perri Projects
#Architecture #DesignNews #MixedUseDevelopment #UrbanDesign #VerticalVillage #SustainableDesign #VividRecruitment
INDUSTRY NEWS // The new Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy for NSW is here... and it's set to reshape how and where we build.
Under the policy, areas within 800m of town centres and public transport can now welcome housing up to six storeys high. That’s an estimated 112,000 new homes in the next five years!
@turnerstudio Managing Director, Karl May, calls it “an important step forward” in improving housing supply and quality, while TURNER’s design legacy in Green Square and Victoria Park proves what thoughtful density can deliver.
From streamlined approvals to better-designed neighbourhoods, this policy could be a game-changer for architects, developers, and communities alike.
Want to know more about how this will affect design, development and liveability across Sydney and beyond? Read the full article by Clémence Carayol at @architectureanddesignaustralia
> architectureanddesign.com.au/editorial/industry-news/
📣 What’s your take... will this policy strike the right balance between growth and good design?
#ArchitectureNews #NSWHousing #UrbanDesign #TURNER #PlanningPolicy #BuildBetter #DesignMatters #VividRecruitment
End of quarter ✅
Easter was on the horizon 🐣
It was time for a well-earned debrief (preferably with a drink in hand). But who do you catch up with when you're running a small business or flying solo in recruitment?
Last week, Vivid Recruitment and @newchaptertalent got together - catching up on the highs, the challenges, and everything in between. Bit of reflection, a lot of laughter, and some good old-fashioned peer support.
Thanks to legends like Recruitment United (and the fact we share a marketing manager - shoutout!), collaboration isn’t taboo. It’s the norm.
Here’s to backing each other, celebrating wins, and not taking ourselves too seriously. Cheers to that! Thanks for the catch-up, Lucy Bolan!🍷🍻
#SmallBusinessVibes #RecruitmentLife #VividRecruitment #NewChapterTalent #CollaborationOverCompetition #CheersToThat
**Official Vivid Recruitment Easter Message**
As we hop into the extra long weekend (actually, it might be a crawl after the start to the year that's been! 🥴), we’d like to wish all our clients, candidates, and fellow lovers of hot cross buns a very Happy Easter!
We’ll be swapping job briefs for chocolate bunnies, CVs for vino, and meetings for napping in a food coma. Nick’s already got a strategic chocolate consumption plan in place.
Enjoy your break – sleep in, eat up, and if you're working… we’re sorry. Truly.
We’ll be back Tuesday, slightly sugared-up and ready to go again.
From the Vivid crew – stay safe, stay silly, and don’t trust anyone who says they don’t like hot cross buns.
#VividRecruitment #Engineering #Construction #Planning #Architecture #Design #HotCrossPun #ClearAndSimple
HIRING // Looking for a design role? Chances are we have one that will float your boat!
Melbourne
→ Senior Architect x 2 - Commercial (Pubs/Clubs) / Hotels / Revit / $115-130k + Super
→ Mid Level Architect x 2 - as above / $70-100k + Super
→ Graduate Architect/Architect - High-End Residential / Revit / $65-100k + Super
→ Mid-Level Interior Designer - High-End Residential / Revit / $80-110k + Super
→ Registered Architect - 5-10 Years / Multi-Residential / $80- 100k + Super
Brisbane
→ Mid-Level Interior Designer - Multi-Residential / Commercial / Hotels / Education / Archicad or Revit / $70-85k + Super
→ Senior Interior Designer - as above / $90-110k + Super
→ Senior Interior Designer x 2 - Commercial / Multi Residential / Revit / $90-110k + Super
→ BIM Managers x 2 / Revit / Rhino / min. 4 years of experience
Sydney
→ Architectural Graduate - High-End Residential / Revit / $65-80k + Super
→ Architect - Complex Typologies / Revit / $90-120k + Super
Contact Lee Stevens:
📞 0406 470 020
📧 Lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
NB: not all our jobs are listed on our website... so get in touch with the da man listed above because he has all the dets!
#Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #Design #JOBS #ClearAndSimple #CrazyGood #MultiResidential #HighEndResidential hashtag#Hotels #Education #Commercial
NEWSLETTER // What do you get when the private sector starts stirring, the public sector hits snooze, and a Brissie architecture firm decides to plant its flag in Melbourne?
That’s right – Vivid Newsletter: Issue 12. And it’s a bloody ripper.
This month, we’re also shining a light on the engineering firm that sadly entered administration last week - and more importantly, how the industry has rallied to support the brilliant people affected.
We’ve included some practical info on entitlements and voluntary administration in case it helps anyone still piecing things together.
Also inside:
→ Industry events to keep an eye on
→ Hot jobs – and we’re not kidding, there are loads
→ Handy resources to help you stay sharp
→ New blog: How to Create a Great Candidate Experience in Architecture & Engineering Recruitment
And if you’re thinking 2025 is possibly starting to turn the corner... we agree!!
Have a read > 🔗 in bio.
#ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #VividRecruitment #DesignIndustry #ClearAndSimple #CandidateExperience #Newsletter
CLIENTS // Struggling to lock in top engineering talent? We hear you, and we’ve got your back.
At Vivid Recruitment, we specialise in precision placement across the engineering spectrum - from senior leaders to fresh grads. Whether you’re on the hunt for civil, structural, or building services engineers (think mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fire), or rockstar business support staff, we’ve got the network to deliver.
We work across all the key sectors: Healthcare, Commercial, Mission Critical, Defence, Government, Education, Residential, Industrial, Corrections/Prison, and Sport + Recreation - so whatever you're building, we know the talent that can bring it to life.
Our candidates are ready to roll across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth, and they’re not just looking for any old job - they're chasing the kind of opportunities where they can make a real impact.
Want a shortcut to your next engineering superstar?
Nicholas Koop is your guy. He’s currently working with an outstanding lineup of engineers who are prepped, polished, and ready for their next challenge.
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #Engineer #EngineeringRecruitment #AvailableCandidates #BuiltEnvironment #Civil
BLOG // Australian architecture is leading the world when it comes to innovation!! From climate-smart stadiums to tech-powered transport hubs and cultural landmarks designed with community at heart, our homegrown talent is shaping the future of design.
In our latest blog, we're showcasing the incredible innovation coming out of firms like:
→ BVN Architecture – leading the way in carbon-conscious design with mass timber
→ DesignInc Sydney – integrating biophilic design across sectors
→ MODE – delivering sustainable, community-focused projects
→ Grimshaw – using cutting-edge tech to create smarter infrastructure
→ Koichi Takada Architects – blending digital tools with natural forms
→ Architectus + GHD Design + BVN – behind Powerhouse Parramatta
→ Edition Office – creating culturally and politically aware public spaces
→ Cox Architecture – shaping major precincts across Australia
→ Buchan – transforming public and Olympic-scale projects
→ Populous – global leaders in sport and entertainment design
→ Woods Bagot and Hassell – taking Australian design thinking to the world stage
Whether it’s the upcoming Brisbane 2032 Olympics or long-term sustainability goals, these studios are leading from the front.
Read the full piece here > https://www.vividrecruitment.com.au/how-australian-architecture-firms-are-leading-in-innovation
Looking for your next role in a forward-thinking architecture firm? Or searching for top talent to drive innovation in your team? Let’s talk. Contact Nicholas Koop or Lee Stevens...
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nick | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
We’re here to connect brilliant minds with bold projects.
#Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #Design #EngineeringRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
Just because! 🧔🏻🧔🏻♂️
#VividRecruitment @nickk2910 @leekstevens
INDUSTRY NEWS // Another tower in the works for Adelaide – and this one's tall, skinny, and packed with potential.
Plans are in for a 15-storey, super-slim Wyndham Hotel at 81 South Terrace, with just 272sqm of land to play with – talk about making the most of your footprint!
→ 94-key hotel
→ Ground floor café + lobby
→ Almost 50m tall on a 36m zoned site
With record-high occupancy rates in SA and a non-stop events calendar keeping visitors pouring in, this latest proposal is part of a wider surge in hotel interest across the state.
→ Design by: @nicdesignstudio
→ Planning & urban strategy by: @future_urban_
Shout out to the consultants making slim towers look easy! Keep your eyes on #Adelaide – the skyline’s just getting started.
Read more via Renee McKeown and @theurbandeveloper > theurbandeveloper.com/articles/wyndham-hotel-plans-super-slim-adelaide-tower-sa
📸 Nic Design Studio renderings of the proposed 15-storey hotel.
#WyndhamHotels #UrbanDesign #Architecture #Planning #NicDesignStudio #FutureUrban #VividRecruitment #DesignRecruitment #ConsultantsWeLove
HIRING // This is how you start a Monday morning!! We are currently recruiting for the following roles across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.
We also have an exclusive arrangement in place with one of our clients for Architecture roles in Melbourne.
It really doesn't get much better than that!!
We are looking for:
→ Senior Interior Designers, multiple roles, Brisbane, $90-$110k+
→ Senior + Mid-level Architects, multiple roles, Melbourne, $70-130k+
→ Principal Architect, Multi-res, Sydney, $180-$220k+
→ Grad. Landscape Architect, Sydney, $65-$75k+
→ Senior Hydraulic Engineer, Sydney, $125-$160k+
→ Senior Mechanical Engineer, Sydney, $125-$160k+
Interested? Know someone who might be? Get in touch with Lee Stevens (Architecture + Design) or Nicholas Koop (Engineering) for a confidential chat.
Lee | 📞 0406 470 020 | 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Nick | 📞 0426 180 254 | 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Full JDs can be found on our website > 🔗 in bio.
#MondayVibes #Hiring #VividRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment #Design #EngineeringRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
BLOG // Victoria’s Construction Outlook: Stability & Growth Ahead!!
It was an early start by Nicholas Koop yesterday, but the Property Council of Australia 'The Construction Road Ahead: Looking Towards 2028' VIC event was well worth it!
The mood? Optimistic.
The insights? Eye-opening.
After a tough few years, Victoria’s construction industry is showing signs of stability, with residential projects leading the charge.
The big takeaways:
→ Workforce shortages need addressing – projected demand is 162,941 by 2034!
→ High-density and infill projects will drive growth.
→ Agility is key with global trade shifts impacting costs & supply chains.
With renewed confidence in the sector, now’s the time to start planning ahead.
If you’re an engineering client or candidate, get in contact with Nick to chat about future opportunities – because the road ahead is looking brighter!
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0426 180 254
🔗 Read more > link in bio.
#ConstructionIndustry #Victoria #PropertyCouncil #EngineeringJobs #VividRecruitment #EngineeringRecruitment
HIRING // Interior Designers Wanted – Brisbane!
Two leading design studios in Brisbane are on the hunt for FOUR talented Interior Designers to join their teams. If you live and breathe design and want to work on incredible projects, this one’s for you!
Studio 1 – Senior Interior Designer
→ Must be a Revit & Escape pro
→ Lead projects across multi-res, hotels, workplaces & education
→ Mentor junior designers & collaborate with top-tier clients
Studio 2 – Interior Designers (All Levels)
→ Revit or ArchiCAD experience
→ Multi-residential & commercial projects
→ Bring your creativity and all-rounder skills to a dynamic team
💰 Salaries: $90,000 - $110,000 + Super
Interested? Contact Lee Stevens...
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Know someone perfect for this? Tag them below! ⬇️
#VividRecruitment #DesignRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #InteriorDesign #Hiring #BrisbaneJobs #DesignCareers
HIRING EXCLUSIVE // Vivid Recruitment is working with a top-tier Brisbane-based design studio as they expand into Melbourne - and we’re on the lookout for FOUR talented Architects to join them!
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to be part of a creative powerhouse that’s leading the way in tech-driven collaboration with partners.
With a seriously exciting pipeline of work and a reputation for bold, innovative design, this studio is set to make waves in Melbourne!
The Roles:
→ 2x Senior Registered Architects | $120-$130k + super
→ 2x Mid-Level or Experienced Graduates (min. 4 years' experience) | $70-$90k + super
✔️ Must have Revit
✔️ Experience in hospitality, commercial, or multi-residential = big bonus!
✔️ Fully remote/WFH initially, moving to hybrid once the Melbourne CBD office is established.
With world-class technology driving seamless collaboration and a design-led approach that pushes boundaries, this is an opportunity not to be missed!
Know someone perfect for this? Tag them below or reach out to Lee Stevens at Vivid Recruitment!
📩 Lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0406 470 020
**This is NOT an April Fools joke!! Although this was filmed yesterday! 🤣 Get in touch for a confidential chat or send through your portfolio.
#ArchitectJobs #MelbourneArchitecture #HiringNow #VividRecruitment #CreativeDesign #ArchitectureAustralia
HIRING // Principal Architect – Lead Multi-Residential Projects in Sydney!
Ready to take the helm of a prestigious national design studio? We're on the hunt for a Principal Architect to spearhead multi-residential projects in Sydney. If you've got 15+ years of experience, a passion for innovation, and the leadership chops to drive a high-performing team, this could be your next big move!
→ Lead & oversee multi-residential projects from concept to completion
→ Mentor & inspire a talented team of architects and designers
→ Shape the future of multi-residential design in a top-tier studio
→ Potential for future shareholder opportunities
📍 Sydney-based | $200K++ | Career-defining opportunity
Sound like you? Let’s chat! Contact Lee Stevens...
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au.
Full JD can be found on our website > 🔗 in bio.
#ArchitectureJobs #PrincipalArchitect #MultiResDesign #SydneyJobs #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
HIRING // Sydney Architects & Designers – we’ve got roles for you!!
Vivid Recruitment is working on some cracking opportunities in Sydney right now, including:
→ Principal – Head of Multi-Residential, $200k++
→ Graduate Landscape Architect (Revit, min. 12 months experience)
→ Technical Architects (Revit, complex projects)
If any of these sound like your next move, let’s chat!
📞 Call Lee: 0406 470 020
📧 Email: lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
💬 DM us
Check out the Vivid Recruitment website for full JDs, and of course, check out Lee in this video. It's a bloody good update... Brisbane is also about to go off!! There's a damn lot going on. 🙌🏻
#SydneyJobs #BrisbaneJobs #MelbourneJobs #ArchitectureJobs #Hiring #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
INDUSTRY NEWS // There are big moves at Werribee Open Range Zoo!
The long-awaited Elephant Trail is officially open to the public from March 2025, giving nine Asian elephants a sprawling 21-hectare home that sets new global standards in animal welfare.
Designed by @armarchitecture and @tcl_studio this incredible project blends immersive visitor experiences with world-class conservation design. From sustainable, repurposed materials to carefully planned landscapes, it’s a win for both the elephants and zoo visitors alike!
As recruitment specialists in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction, we love seeing large-scale projects like this come to life.
If you're a client who is about to embark on a new project or two in any sector (not just in a zoo!) and need a hand with resourcing staff, give us a shout!
→ Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020
✉️ lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
→ Nicholas Koop
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0426 180 254
📸 Nick at Werribee Zoo last year, visiting his mates!!
#WerribeeZoo #Architecture #LandscapeArchitecture #Engineering #SustainableDesign #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
INDUSTRY NEWS // The Gold Coast’s Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre could soon be unrecognisable, with plans lodged for a bold mixed-use redevelopment featuring three residential towers and a revamped retail hub.
Key highlights of the proposal:
→ Three towers (up to 13 storeys) with 397 residential & short-term accommodation units
→ 10,000sqm of retail + 3000sqm of office & medical suites
→ 1,460 carparks spanning three basement levels & podium parking
→ 4,650sqm of communal open space atop the podium
Designed by @neylanarchitecture and planned by @urbis_au this project is part of a growing trend - reimagining ageing shopping centres into high-density, mixed-use precincts.
With the Gold Coast’s housing market under serious pressure, this development could deliver much-needed residential supply while integrating retail, office, and medical services. It’s a shift towards more sustainable, self-contained urban hubs - but will it get the green light?
Is this the future of suburban retail centres? Let us know what you think! 👇
Read the full @theurbandeveloper article, written by Phil Bartsch > theurbandeveloper.com/articles/trio-of-towers-top-gold-coast-retail-centre-masterplan
#VividRecruitment #IndustryNews #GoldCoastDevelopment #UrbanPlanning #Architecture #PropertyInvestment #MixedUseDevelopment
JOBS // Yup, we got 'em!! We are looking for talented and absolute ripper gun Designers and Engineers.
Check out what we are recruiting (for super top-notch employers, we might add!!):
→ Senior Fire Protection Engineer, Syd, $110-$130k+
→ Senior Mechanical Engineer, Syd, $125-$160k+
→ Senior Hydraulics Engineer, Syd, $125-$160k+
→ Mid-level Interior Designer, Melb Fringe, $80-$110k+
→ Grad Landscape Architect, Syd, $65-$75k+
So, if you are remotely interested (because hey, why wouldn't ya be!!), hit up the Vivid guys. Contact Lee Stevens or Nicholas Koop at Vivid HQ for more details and to apply!
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Or check out all JDs on our website.
#vividrecruitment #clearandsimple #landscapearchitecture #interiordesigner #engineering #hiring #newopportunity #getonboard
INDUSTRY NEWS // A brewery in a masterplanned community? Now that’s a project we can get behind!
Long Point Brewing Co is officially underway as part of Place Development’s $425M Kennedy Bay community in WA. Designed by @mjastudio and built by @hoskinscontracting this $13M waterfront brewpub will bring craft beer, great food, and function space for 500 guests - all set to open in 2026.
With @wormall_civil and West Australian Beach & Golf Resort backing the venture, this project is set to be a game-changer for Port Kennedy. Plus, with 900 homes, a new golf clubhouse, and retail village in the mix, Kennedy Bay is shaping up to be the place to be.
We love seeing breweries play a key role in placemaking - just look at Felons Brewing Co, Gage Roads Brew Co, and BrewDog. Cheers to Long Point Brewing Co for joining the ranks!
Who’s up for a site visit? (Strictly for research purposes, of course... 😉)
Read more via @theurbandeveloper and Clare Burnett > theurbandeveloper.com/articles/long-point-brewing-kennedy-bay-masterplanned-community-place-development
#LongPointBrewing #KennedyBay #Placemaking #CraftBeer #Architecture #UrbanDevelopment #MJAStudio #HoskinsContracting #WormallGroup #WestAustralianBeachAndGolfResort
ADVICE // Quite often, we hear, "We don't work with recruiters!". And we get it - some recruiters have given the industry a bad name.
But writing us off might actually be costing you more than you think.
WE KNOW WHERE THE HIDDEN TALENT IS
→ The best candidates aren’t scrolling job boards - they’re busy working. But we’ve built relationships with them, so when the right role comes up, we know exactly who to call.
WE SAVE YOU FROM HIRING HEADACHES
→ A bad hire isn’t just frustrating - it’s expensive. We don’t just flick over CVs; we vet candidates properly, ensuring they’re a great fit for your business before they land in your inbox.
YOUR TIME IS BETTER SPENT ELSEWHERE
→ You could spend weeks (or months) searching, shortlisting, and interviewing… or you could let us handle it while you get back to running your business.
At Vivid, we aren’t here to sell you a lemon. We’re here to be your partner, to find you the right people, fast, with none of the hiring stress.
If you’re curious to see how we do things differently, let’s chat.
📩 Nick Koop (Engineering) – nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📩 Lee Stevens (Architecture & Design) – lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
#ClearAndSimple #VividRecruitment #DesignRecruitment #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringRecruitment #WeFindTheBest #NoLemons
VIVID // Architecture Market Update from our mate, Lee Stevens!!
Lee has been out and about visiting clients and catching up with candidates over the last few weeks, and the key takeaway is - everyone is waiting.
✅ Many projects are lined up but still sitting in approval limbo. Until they get the green light, studios remain hesitant to commit to new hires.
✅ As a result, there are still plenty of great candidates on the market, ready to jump in when things pick up.
✅ Interior designers continue to be in demand. Studios seem to have enough work to keep things ticking over but are always on the lookout for top talent.
✅ When things do move, it is going to happen fast. Studios will need to scale up quickly, and candidates will need to be ready to act.
Lee reckons it will either be a waiting game or a non-stop hiring frenzy - no in-between!
If your studio is planning ahead or you are a candidate considering your next move, now is the time to get ready. When the market shifts, those who have done the groundwork will be first in line.
Give Lee a buzz or drop him a line:
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
#ArchitectureJobs #ClearAndSimple #InteriorDesign #Recruitment #VividRecruitment #MarketUpdate #ClearAndSimple
NEWSLETTER // Yup, the next edition is live!!
As we wrap up Q1 (or is it Q3 of the financial year? Or EOFY for our Kiwi friends?), the architecture and engineering markets are keeping us on our toes.
Plenty of projects are waiting in the wings, but approvals are dragging, hiring is cautious, and salary expectations aren’t quite matching reality.
The bright spot? Interior designers are in demand, and there’s plenty of work bubbling under the surface!
Inside this edition:
🔹 Vivid Blog - International Women's Day: Real Talk About Women in Engineering
🔹 Industry Events - key happenings in Victoria for Engineers & Property pros
🔹 Hot Jobs - the latest opportunities across Engineering & Architecture
🔹 What’s Hot in Resources - a must-listen podcast & the latest gender pay gap report
👉 Stay in the loop, and stay ahead of the market. Read the full newsletter here - 🔗 in bio.
#VividRecruitment #Architecture #Engineering #HiringTrends #Recruitment #IWD2025 #Podcast #CareerMoves
HIRING // Interior Designers in Melbs... We have a number of roles ready for you to take that next leap in your career.
Lee Stevens is looking for candidates to fill the following:
→ Senior Associate ID (pure design role)
→ Senior ID/associate (high-end residential)
→ Senior ID (MR / Boutique MR)
→ ID fit out (wellness) - travel to Brisbane and Sydney, located in Melbourne.
Want more info? Contact Lee at Vivid HQ for more details and to apply!
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
Or check out all JDs on our website.
#vividrecruitment #clearandsimple #architecture #interiordesigner #interiordesignrecruitment #hiring #newopportunity
BLOG // Thinking of changing jobs but not sure why? You’re not alone!
Before diving into the job market, it’s crucial to understand what’s driving your decision.
Is it salary? Location? A lack of career growth?
Whatever it is, knowing your ‘why’ helps you find the right move, not just any move.
Nicholas Koop has broken down the six biggest motivators for job changes in Australia’s architecture and engineering industries.
Check out the blog to see where you fit and how we can help.👇
🔗 in bio.
Got questions or need guidance? Nick’s here for a chat!
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
☎️ 0426 180 254
#VividRecruitment #CareerChange #ArchitectureJobs #EngineeringJobs #Recruitment #FindYourWhy #ClearAndSimple
Enjoy the long weekend, VIC crew! For our interstate friends, we’ll be off on Monday, soaking up all the goodness Melbourne and Moomba have to offer. (We were hoping Nick would enter the Birdman Rally, but we haven't been able to convince him! 😆).
But don’t worry - we’re still lurking in our inboxes and will be back at our desks, bright-eyed and ready to go, on Tuesday, 11 March.
📩 Need us?
→ Lee Stevens | lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
→ Nicholas Koop | nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
→ General enquiries | info@vividrecruitment.com.au
Enjoy Labour Day, legends! 😎
#VividRecruitment #Engineering #Construction #Planning #Architecture #Design #ClearAndSimple #BusinessSupport
With International Women’s Day 2025 this Saturday... Come on, Australia - we must do better!
This year's theme, "Accelerate Action," reminds us that while progress is happening, it’s far too slow. The latest data from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) shows:
→ 72% of employers still have a gender pay gap favouring men.
→ Only 6% of employers have a pay gap in favour of women.
→ The higher the salaries, the bigger the gap - the most well-paid industries are the worst offenders.
The good news? 56% of employers have reduced their pay gap in the past 12 months.
And what about Architecture and Engineering?
→ Not a single large Architecture or Landscape Architecture firm has achieved a gender pay gap within WGEA’s target range (-5% to +5%).
→ Engineering firms are improving but still report pay gaps as high as 33.6% in favour of men.
Our young daughters (& son) might not know if they want to be designers, architects, planners, or engineers just yet, but we do know this: they deserve to be paid fairly, no matter what career they choose.
It’s time to Accelerate Action for gender equality. 💜
#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #GenderEquality #VividRecruitment #Architecture #Engineering #Planning
NEW ROLES // They have come in thick and fast over the last few days, and we have awesome clients on the lookout for Design and Engineering superstars!!
These are the new roles that have landed on our desk:
→ Interior Designer, Melb, $90-$110k+
→ Senior Interior Designer, Melb, $100-$120k+
→ Intermediate/Senior Hydraulic Engineer, Melb, $80-$130k+
→ Intermediate Mechanical Engineer, Melb, $80-$130k+
→ Senior ESD Engineer, Melb, $110-$130k+
→ Senior Mechanical Engineer, Melb, $110-$130k+
If you are interested in any of these roles or would like more information, contact our guys, Lee Stevens or Nicholas Koop, as soon as possible for a confidential chat.
→ Lee Stevens
📞 0406 470 020
✉️ lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
→ Nick Koop
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
📞 0426 180 254
#VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #EngineeringRecruitment #InteriorDesignRecruitment #Hiring
Happy World Engineering Day 2025... for Sustainable Development!
Today, we’re celebrating the incredible impact engineers have on shaping a sustainable and resilient future. From disaster-proofing buildings to designing greener cities, engineering is at the heart of solving the world’s biggest challenges.
To mark the occasion, Engineers Australia is hosting a must-watch webinar with Associate Professor Geoff Boughton HonFIEAust CPEng. He will discuss how engineers can drive sustainability, build disaster-resilient communities, and champion the value of engineering in shaping a better world.
📅 When > TODAY @ 12noon AEDT via webinar
🔗 Registration > via @engaustralia website
At Vivid, we know the future is built by engineers - not by Lego (or is it, though? 😉🤔)!
Whether you're designing the next major infrastructure project or innovating for a greener tomorrow, we’re here to connect top talent with the opportunities that make a difference.
#WorldEngineeringDay #WED2025 #SustainableEngineering #EngineeringTheFuture #VividRecruitment
INDUSTRY NEWS // Love it or hate it - the new residential planning rules are coming!
Victoria’s Townhouse and Low-Rise Code is shaking things up. Faster permits, clearer guidelines, and no appeals if your project meets the new "deemed to comply" standards. Great news for developers and councils who want to speed things up… but is it a win for good design and neighbourhood character? 🤔
Here’s the key takeaway: if you’re in planning or architecture, these changes will shape how you design, approve, and deliver projects.
→ Faster approvals for townhouses and apartments up to three storeys.
→ Stronger sustainability & tree canopy requirements (green is good, right?).
→ Overlooking protections scrapped for bedrooms - privacy concerns, anyone?
→ More certainty, less red tape - a boost for business and much-needed housing supply.
Whether you think it’s an urban planning revolution or a race to the bottom, one thing’s certain: these changes will drive business activity for developers, planners, and architects alike.
What’s your take? Are these reforms a win for housing supply or a challenge for neighbourhood character?
Read more from the Victoria State Government > planning.vic.gov.au/news/articles/new-townhouse-and-low-rise-code
📸 Pictured: @sixdegreesarchitects Heller St Park & Residences, where Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny announced the key planning reform.
#UrbanPlanning #Architecture #VictoriaHousing #Development #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #PlanningRecruitment #ArchitectureRecruitment
BLOG // Ok, listen up, Architects, Designers and Engineers… Personal Branding matters! Yup, it’s no longer just for influencers or CEOs. It’s for you, too.
Who knew!!
In our latest post, penned by our marketing manager (yup, she gets on all our case about this kinda stuff, too), we dive into why it’s important.
In an industry where reputation is everything, a strong personal brand isn’t just a nice-to-have - it’s essential. Whether you're designing the next landmark project or ensuring the structural integrity of a major build, your personal brand is what sets you apart.
Why does it matter?
→ It helps you stand out in a competitive market
→ Builds trust and credibility with clients & employers
→ Opens doors to career opportunities
→ Expands your professional network
So, how do you build your brand?
→ Define what makes you unique
→ Optimise your online presence (hello, LinkedIn!)
→ Share your knowledge through posts & articles
→ Network like a pro - both online & face-to-face
→ Stay consistent - because great brands aren’t built overnight!
Investing in your personal brand can pay off in ways you never imagined.
Need help positioning yourself in the job market? At Vivid Recruitment, we specialise in helping architecture, design, planning, and engineering professionals land roles that align with their skills and ambitions.
Get in touch today to see how we can help!
Contact details + 🔗 to blog can be found in our bio.
#PersonalBranding #Architects #Engineers #Designers #Planners #CareerGrowth #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
HIRING // Hot off the press!! We are hiring Electrical Engineers for an awesome global consultancy with a strong pipeline of work. It seriously doesn't get much better than this.
Across sectors like labs, sports, education, healthcare, community infrastructure, etc., they are in need of an engineer in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane!
→ Associate Renewables Engineer, Melb, 7-15yrs, $150-$190k+
→ Senior Electrical Engineer, Syd, 5-8yrs, $110-$130k+
→ Intermediate Engineer, Brissie, 2-4yrs, $80-$110k+
If you are interested in any of these roles or would like more information, contact our guru, Nicholas Koop, as soon as possible for a confidential chat.
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
OR... if you know someone who is looking for a new engineering role, please share!
Full JDs can be found on our website > vividrecruitment.com.au
#VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #ElectricalEngineer #RenewablesEngineering #Hiring #EngineeringRenewables #ElectricalEngineering
EVENT // We love our planning industry mates. With @internationalwomensday_global just around the corner, what better way to connect with industry peers than at the Planning Institute of Australia Qld Women in Planning Breakfast?
This isn’t just for women - men who support women are encouraged to attend, too! It is a brilliant way for the profession to come together to celebrate, connect, and champion a more equitable industry.
What’s happening?
→ Celebrate the Outstanding Woman in Planning Award
→ Hear from an amazing lineup of speakers
→ Network with industry professionals
The dets:
→ Wednesday, 5 March 2025
→ 7.30-9.30am
→ Across Brissie, Gold Coast, Mackay & Cairns
These types of events are rarely possible without event partners! Nice work, guys.👇
→ Principal Partner: @tractconsultants
→ Regional Partners: @mackaycouncil P&E Law, @urbis_au @redemont.legal
→ Award Partner: Mewing Planning Consultants
→ Foundation Partner of WIPN: Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning
Spots are filling fast, with only 2 days to go, so grab your tickets now!
More info via @pia_planning website
#InternationalWomensDay #WomenInPlanning #DiversityInPlanning #VividRecruitment #PlanningRecruitment #GenderEquality #ClearAndSimple
JOBS // Word on the street is Nicholas Koop is recruiting for a few urgent Engineering roles with a super awesome national consultancy who has tonnes of work!
We've heard there are more to hit his desk today, too!
He's urgently trying to fill the following:
→ Associate ICT/AV Engineer, Melbourne, $140-$180k+
→ Senior ICT/AV Engineer, Melbourne, $120-$140k+
→ Senior ICT/AV Engineer, Sydney, $120-$140k+
If you are interested or know someone who would be, give Nick a buzz or drop him an email with relevant info and industry experience. Applicants must have permanent work rights in Australia to apply for these roles.
Jump on board👇
☎️ 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
Full JDs can be found via link in bio.
#VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #Associate #Senior #ICT #AV #EngineeringRecruitment #Hiring
TESTIMONIAL // This is an absolute ripper!! We’re beyond thrilled to share this glowing feedback about our very own young Nicholas! 🙌
"Nicholas was an exceptional recruiter who made the entire job search process seamless and efficient. From the first interaction, he was professional, responsive, and highly supportive. He took the time to understand my skills and career goals, providing valuable insights and guiding me through every step of the process. His prompt communication and proactive approach ensured a smooth experience, ultimately helping me secure my dream job in no time! I truly appreciate his dedication and expertise!"
So, we reckon we might keep him around since he's doing an ok job. What do you reckon?
If you’re on the lookout for your next career move, you know who to call!
📞 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
#VividRecruitment #CandidateSuccess #JobSearch #RecruitmentExcellence #ProfessionalGuidance #Testimonial #ClearAndSimple
HIRING // Rightio, Lee Stevens has a new ripper role for which he's recruiting!! Yup, he's looking for a Senior Project Architect / Leader to deliver multiple educational projects ranging from $5-40 million.
The projects range from concept to delivery. Your role will involve leading a team of graduates, documenters, and architects to complete exceptional projects.
This inner-city Arch studio also has a secure folio of work!
What's the good stuff?
→ WFH options
→ Move interstate opportunities (even internationally!!)
→ L&D opportunities
→ L&D yearly fees
→ Competitive salaries
Keen? Get in touch with Lee via DM, email or phone and send through your CV / Portfolio of relevant work to help plead your case!
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
#Careers #JobOpportunities #ArchitectureJobs #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #Hiring #ArchitectureRecruitment
INDUSTRY NEWS // Hey, hey, Engineers... the call for abstracts for the @engaustralia Climate Smart Engineering Conference has been extended.
Yup, you now have until 11.59 pm AEDT on 25 February to submit.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to critical climate change conversations and educate the profession about solutions to our new climate reality.
If you're keen, head to the Engineers Australia website for more details.👇
> engineersaustralia.org.au/learning-and-events/conferences-and-major-events/climate-smart-engineering
For those interested in attending, the Climate Smart Engineering Conference is being held on 27-28 August 2025 at the @adelaidecc
So lock it down in your diary.
#ClimateSmartEngineering #EngineersAustralia #Conference #Engineering #EngineeringJobs #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
JOBS // Nicholas Koop is wiping the sweat from his brow with all the #engineering roles he is currently recruiting for!! 😅
If you are located in Australia, have permanent work rights, and are looking for a change, you should check these out.
→ Hydraulic Engineer, Geelong, $120-$150k+
→ Associate Director Hydraulic Engineer, Syd, $170-$220k+
→ Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer, Syd, $90-$140k+
→ Structural Revit Modeller, Melb, $90-$120k+
→ Intermediate/Senior Fire/Hydraulic, Syd, $90-$140k+
All roles are with consultancies/firms that have a solid pipeline of work.
So, if you are interested in any of these or would like more information, contact Mr Koop as soon as possible for a confidential chat.
☎️ 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
OR... if you know someone who is looking for a new role in these fields, please share!
Link to full JDs can be found in the bio, and you can also apply online.
#VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #RevitModeller #HydraulicEngineering #Hiring #FireEngineering #ElectricalEngineering
NEWSLETTER // Yup, it's that time of the month when we hit your inbox and LinkedIn feed with our super duper Vivid News!!
Issue 10 - TEN - has arrived.
As always, we have:
→ Industry news and resources for our network to devour;
→ A list of our jobs that we are currently recruiting for;
→ Another list of amazing candidates who are ready to take on a new role;
→ Events coming up in your hood;
→ Plus loads more!!
Check it out and have a read. 🔗 in bio. Send us feedback (we lurvvvvve feedback). And get in touch if we can:
a) help you to employ your next amazing team member; OR
b) give you a helping hand to find your next dream role.
Peace out!! ✌️
Team Vivid.
📧 Contact us > info@vividrecruitment.com.au
#VividRecruitment #Architecture #Engineering #Design #Candidates #Jobs #IndustryTrends #Resources #Events #ClearAndSimple
HIRING // Yup, we have a stack... we mean, a STACK... of Architecture and Design roles that we are currently recruiting for.
Across Melbourne, Brissie and Perth, we are looking for talented Project Leaders and Interiors Specialists, with an Urban Planner and Landscape Architect thrown in there, too. We have it all!
Roles currently on our books:
→ Senior Project Arch, Prahan, EDU, $110-$120k+
→ Project Arch, Bris, Defence+Health, $100-$130k+
→ Head of Interiors, Melb CBD, $130-$150k+
→ Senior Urban Planner, Melb CBD, $100-$130k+
→ Senior Landscape Design Arch, Melb city fringe, $110-$140k+
→ Interior Designer, Bris, Revit, $75-$95k+
→ Senior Interior Designer, Perth, Multi-res, $100-$120k+
If you're interested in learning more about these roles, visit our website for the full PDs. Alternatively, contact the one and only Lee Stevens for more information, or send him an email with your portfolio.
📞 0406 470 020
📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au
#Careers #JobOpportunities #ArchitectureJobs #InteriorDesignJobs #LandscapingJobs #PlanningJobs #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple
INDUSTRY NEWS // Well, hello, Monday! As always, things are heating up in the Arch world, and Brissie keeps surging forward in development.
Brisbane City Council has given the green light to Molti for a landmark riverfront development in Kangaroo Point - one of the last available sites in the area!
In an exciting market-first collaboration, bureau^proberts and Carr will combine their expertise to create five ultra-luxurious, full-floor residences at 4 MacDonald Street. These homes will boast unbeatable views of the Brisbane River, CBD, and the iconic Story Bridge. Whoa!!
💬 Molti Managing Director Ben Teague: “We are confident that what we're bringing to Kangaroo Point will captivate luxury buyers and become a cherished future heirloom.”
Key highlights:
→ Only 5x exclusive residences with nearly 350sqm of living space each
→ Design inspired by the subtropical riverside location, featuring elevated gardens & breezeways
→ Penthouse with a spectacular infinity pool and wellness amenities
→ Just 200m from the new Kangaroo Point Bridge, ensuring prime connectivity
With demolition set to begin soon and sales launching in the coming months, this is one project to watch!
What do you think about Brisbane's growing luxury property market? Tell us below! 👇
And read more via Architecture & Design (Australia)
> architectureanddesign.com.au/editorial/industry-news/carr-and-bureauproberts-team-up-on-kangaroo-point-luxury-residences
#BrisbaneArchitecture #Architecture #VividRecruitment #ClearAndSimple #Development #IndustryNews
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