STUDIO ASSISTANT MELBOURNE
Fender Katsalidis is seeking a motivated Studio Assistant to join our Melbourne studio’s Admin team.
We are an award-winning architectural firm with offices also in Sydney and Brisbane and landmark developments across Australia and Asia. We’ve designed Melbourne’s tallest, most recognisable pair of buildings, the soon-to-be second-tallest skyscraper in the world and the largest private museum in the Southern Hemisphere, among others.
Structures aside, we’re equally proud of the culture we’ve built here at FK. Which is why we aim to hire people who share the same passion for design and the built environment as they do for teamwork and collaboration.
This important role will involve:
- Working in close collaboration with the local Studio Manager to provide dedicated support to the studio, assist with the day-to-day general office operations, and promote a thriving workplace culture.
- Crafting an outstanding front of house experience with a high level of attention to detail in all areas, especially with respect to our client and visitor experience.
- Having impeccable presentation, friendly and professional communication skills, and the ability to host and interact with visitors, including staff, suppliers and clients on a variety of levels in an accommodating and conscientious manner.
And as our next Studio Assistant you will:
- Provide representation at the reception desk and timely response to phone calls and inquiries;
- Coordinate bookings for all FK hosted meetings;
- Meet and greet of visitors, attend to their needs and provide refreshments;
- Troubleshoot and maintain company phone and boardroom AV systems;
- Maintain a presentable studio – set-up/pack-up and attentive throughout the day to reception and boardroom spaces, kitchenette, print and supply areas.
- Coordinate and maintain reliable reception functions – couriers, distribution of mail, catering etc.
- Maintain and order stationery and office supplies routinely;
- Timesheet administration assistance and processing;
- Assist with the induction of new team members including workstation set-ups for new and relocating staff;
- Assisting with the management of company emails, responding to general inquiries as appropriate;
- Assisting with the coordination of office appointments and services maintenance;
- Responding to minor premises and equipment issues and coordination of their resolution;
- Assist with organising staff functions including supporting the FK Social Committee and events hosted by the studio and its team members;
- Assist with credit card reconciliations;
- Assist coordinate supplier presentations and upkeep of the studio’s product library;
- Providing cover to Studio Manager during leave periods etc; and
- Coordinate and/or attend to a range of ad-hoc or out of office errands on behalf of the studio and its team members.
This exciting career opportunity is a full time permanent role. We look forward to receiving your CV and cover letter via [email protected]
In the meantime, we encourage you to check out more of our work on Instagram @fenderkatsalidis or on our website www.fkaustralia.com
ACCOUNTANT MELBOURNE
Fender Katsalidis is seeking a motivated talented Accountant to join our Melbourne studio’s accounting team.
We’re an award-winning architectural firm with offices also in Sydney and Brisbane and landmark developments across Australia and Asia. We’ve designed Melbourne’s tallest, most recognisable pair of buildings, the soon-to-be second-tallest skyscraper in the world and the largest private museum in the Southern Hemisphere, among others.
Structures aside, we’re equally proud of the culture we’ve built here at FK. Which is why we aim to hire people who share the same passion for design and the built environment as they do for teamwork and collaboration.
Reporting to our head of finance and using our fully integrated ERP system, Deltek Vantagepoint, the appointee will work closely with our project team leaders, senior leadership people and our practice support team members to initiate and plan project financials, analyse and report project financial performance, manage billings and facilitate healthy cashflow.
This important role will involve:
- Regularly consult with key people and provide astute guidance in relation to the financial performance of commissioned projects;
- Assist with project budgeting and project financial control;
- Professional fee and disbursement invoice creation;
- Revenue recognition, review and reporting;
- Debtor monitoring and follow-up;
- Setting-up and maintaining project information within the ERP system;
- Maintaining project fee revenue forecasts, billings schedules and budgets;
- Assisting with month-end accounting processes; and
- Assisting with other financial or administrative tasks as reasonably required.
And as our next Accountant, you will have:
- Experience with enterprise resourcing platforms such as Deltek, BST or a similar software solution would be highly regarded;
- The ability to work as a trusted and reliable member of a team;
- A confident and motivated approach to work and professional development
- An ability to work in a flexible environment and a preparedness to manage priorities while maintaining essential governance routines;
- Competency in the use of MS Excel, Word, and other relevant Offfice 365 applications; and
- Experience with analytics tools such as Microsoft Power BI Analytics or equivalent would be ideal.
This exciting career opportunity is a permanent, full time role.
We look forward to receiving your CV and cover letter via [email protected]
In the meantime, we encourage you to check out more of our work on Instagram @fenderkatsalidis or on our website www.fkaustralia.com
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR MELBOURNE OR SYDNEY
Fender Katsalidis is looking for a Business Development Coordinator to join their National Team. Located in either Melbourne or Sydney, this person will be passionate about the built environment and ready to join an ambitious team focused on growth. FK is a design lead architecture practice with an incredibly strong brand and reputation. Our marketing effort is supported by our strong brand, track record and our people.
Our team's strategic plan for the next decade includes a prominent shift to strategic marketing and business development activity targeting premium national and international clients in the private and public sectors. We envision project work in commercial, large-scale mixed use, build-to-rent, retirement living, aged care, hospitality, education and cultural sectors as strong areas of future focus for our planning, architecture and interior design capability.
As a member of the Marketing and Business Development department the BDC’s main focus is to assist guide and enable FK’s Principals and Directors to go out and win new Architectural and Interior Design work. Well versed in research techniques and the built environment the BDC will focus on finding and creating opportunities for FK.
Our people are passionate about Business Development and through our Marketing and Business Development Committees we would expect the successful candidate to engage and mentor our people in all things business development.
Position Description
The addition of a BDC to our practice is a national role and will be a foundation for the build-up of a strong support base to help our key people win the right projects in our sectors of focus and with clients who will enjoy and respect the experience of engaging with FK and our collaborators.
To succeed in this role, a person shall require an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to think and act strategically in the expansion of our relationships with existing and potential clients in our sectors of focus. A strong existing network with potential commercial buildings sector clients is highly desirable. We are seeking a commercial, motivated, creative, articulate people person with a passion for business development and the growth of a creative enterprise.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting Directors to create and manage the implementation of an agreed business development strategy.
- Contribute to standards the production of bid packages, submissions, and competition entries for major projects.
- Providing strategic ideas, solutions and recommendations to Directors on business development activities in relation to all FK locations.
- Research thoroughly the built environment and new business opportunities for pursuit by FK Principals and Directors.
- Collection and analysis of data and information to drive our campaigns.
- Continuously work to build or implement the tools required to support the overall effort to procure strategic clients and projects.
- Working to enable FK Principals and Directors to convert opportunities to real work.
- Assisting the wider Marketing and BD team with the tender process in the office, including writing content, coordinating, and managing any other team members contributing.
- Ensuring all new project leads are accurately entered into our project management system (Deltek)
- Facilitating and coordinating ongoing liaison with clients to enable project teams maintain ongoing relationships with potential new clients.
- Work with the Marketing and BD team to expand FK’s presence in the market.
- Staying up to date with industry trends and technological advancements.
- Attend the appropriate number of networking and training events each year to maintain a professional status.
Deliverables
- Monthly reporting to directors on new BD opportunities.
- Development of win and earn targets.
- Business improvement and strategy development.
Key Skills
- Having excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to develop productive working relationships and manage those relationships with maturity and confidence.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and to work under pressure with a degree of autonomy.
- Demonstrating competencies in dealing with work requiring high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Demonstrating the ability to conduct research and deliver findings in a timely manner.
- Ability to work under pressure, managing multiple conflicting priorities and meeting timeframes.
- Commercially astute, with strong financial management, supplier management, and negotiation skills
- Promoting FK in their daily interactions.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Formal qualification in marketing preferred.
- At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role in the built environment industry.
Application and Selection
All enquiries will be treated with confidentiality. Applications and enquiry regarding the position may be made to [email protected] or directly to Mark Murphy, Managing Director or Lauren Waddell, Human Resources Manager via phone (03) 8696 3888 or email [email protected]
STUDENTS OF ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN MELBOURNE
Fender Katsalidis is seeking talented Students of Architecture and Interior Design to join our Melbourne studio team.
We’re an award-winning architectural firm with offices also in Sydney and Brisbane and landmark developments across Australia and Asia. We’ve designed Melbourne’s tallest, most recognisable pair of buildings, the soon-to-be second-tallest skyscraper in the world and the largest private museum in the Southern Hemisphere, among others.
Structures aside, we’re equally proud of the culture we’ve built here at FK. Which is why we aim to hire people who share the same passion for design and the built environment as they do for teamwork and collaboration.
A Student of Architecture is still studying either their bachelor’s or Master of Architecture, while a Student of Interior Design will be studying a formal Interior Design qualification. They are driven, passionate and ready to jump into what may be their first role at an Architecture practice. At FK we do not expect our students to know everything, you are here to learn and grow, but we do expect a great attitude, a good design eye and a passion for the built environment.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
- Currently enrolled in a formal qualification in Architecture or Interior Design
- No working experience required – work samples/portfolio displaying creativity and an eye for design will be assessed as an alternative.
- Experience using ArchiCAD preferred.
- Experience using Adobe Suite required.
This important role will involve:
- Having a strong design eye and the ability to clearly communicate the design intent.
- Utilizing strong graphic skills to put together project presentations.
- Being flexible and adaptable, embracing the varying roles the Student is expected to fulfil.
- Being accountable for all work produced by ensuring it is finished to the highest standard and is double checked before being issued to senior team members.
- Demonstrating competencies in dealing with work requiring high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
And as our next Student of Architecture or Interior Design, you will:
- Have excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to develop productive working relationships and manage those relationships with maturity and confidence.
- Having the ability to manage multiple priorities and to work under pressure with a degree of autonomy.
- Have the ability to work under pressure, managing multiple conflicting priorities and meeting timeframes.
- Utilise effective problem solving and negotiation skills to make informed, timely, and effective decisions.
- Be flexible and adaptable, ready to jump on to whatever task is required.
- Inquisitive and keen to learn and further your knowledge gained through your studies.
- Be passionate about all thing design and the built environment, contributing to the practice beyond your day-to-day work.
These exciting career opportunities are casual roles to enable the student the ability to manage work and their studies.
We look forward to receiving your CV and portfolio via [email protected]
In the meantime, we encourage you to check out more of our work on Instagram @fenderkatsalidis or on our website.