ABOUT CEM

Christian Education Ministries (CEM) is a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.
CEM provides corporate services to schools, home-schooling families and childcare centres nationwide, servicing 17 schools and 3 early learning centres across Australia owned through controlled entities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5 years of post graduate experience in Australia, preferably in the education projects.
• Proven experience of independently leading small-scale projects ($1-5M) from concept to completion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skill with proven experience collaborating with clients and consultants.
• Your documentation skills (Archicad essential) and attention to detail is outstanding.
• You’re able to meet deadlines and work with multiple stakeholders.
• You possess a sound understanding of the National Construction Code (NCC/BCA), Australian Standards 1428 and 2890 and general construction methodology.
• Hold and maintain a valid Working with Children Check
• An active Christian faith and church involvement
• Commitment to live and work in accordance with the Christian Faith and its values

This full time Architect role is part of a growing Buildings Team consisting of Projects Managers, Development Managers, Senior Architects, Architects, and Graduate Architects. The role is due to commence as soon as is practicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of a range of education projects of various scales and budgets
• Develop detailed construction drawings and specifications for school buildings using ArchiCAD
• Ensures drawings are compliant with relevant local codes and regulations
• Interpret and coordinate council requirements and consultant reports into construction drawings
• Works independently and unsupervised whilst remaining accountable to the Senior Architect.
• Work collaboratively with development team using Archicad Teamwork
• The role is based in CEM’s corporate office on the Central Coast with a flexible work policy allowing a portion of WFH.