AI Specialist Architect / Digital Technology Champion

About the role

A highly respected architectural practice in Melbourne is seeking an AI Specialist / Digital Technology Lead to drive its digital evolution. Working directly alongside the Directors, the role shapes the firm's technology strategy, champions new initiatives and influences the future of digital practice. It suits someone who is equally passionate about strategic leadership and hands-on technical innovation.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the practice's AI and digital technology strategy to improve design, documentation and project delivery.
• Research, evaluate and introduce emerging AI technologies, automation tools and computational design solutions across the studio.
• Create and optimise digital workflows, custom scripts and integrations that enhance BIM processes and project efficiency.
• Partner with leadership, design teams and IT to deliver digital transformation initiatives and technology adoption.
• Lead training, mentoring and best practice initiatives that build digital capability throughout the practice.

Required profile

• Proven experience implementing AI, automation or digital technology solutions within architecture, engineering or construction.
• Strong understanding of architectural workflows, BIM methodologies and digital project delivery.
• Experience integrating AI platforms and emerging technologies into design and documentation workflows.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership skills, able to drive organisational change.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency with Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper and Dynamo.
• Scripting languages such as Python.

What we offer

• Autonomy to research, trial and implement industry-leading AI and digital solutions.
• The chance to work directly alongside Directors on the long-term digital strategy.
• A collaborative, design-focused practice that values continuous learning and knowledge sharing.