I'm a project-driven architect and project lead with a strong construction background, blending design excellence with practical delivery across commercial, healthcare, education, and mining sectors. I thrive on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and schedules, and delivering high-quality facilities on time and within safety standards. I'm passionate about stakeholder engagement and seamless handovers to create sustainable, functional spaces.

Marcelo Kappes

I'm a project-driven architect and project lead with a strong construction background, blending design excellence with practical delivery across commercial, healthcare, education, and mining sectors. I thrive on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and schedules, and delivering high-quality facilities on time and within safety standards. I'm passionate about stakeholder engagement and seamless handovers to create sustainable, functional spaces.

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I’m a project-driven architect and project lead with a strong construction background, blending design excellence with practical delivery across commercial, healthcare, education, and mining sectors.

I thrive on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and schedules, and delivering high-quality facilities on time and within safety standards. I’m passionate about stakeholder engagement and seamless handovers to create sustainable, functional spaces.

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Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Project Lead at SPH Architecture + Interiors
October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024
Managed a diverse portfolio of mining and industrial projects, including modular facilities, accommodation villages, and warehouses. Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant project delivery in accordance with safety, BCA, and R-Codes standards. Oversaw project programming, budgeting, and design development while maintaining consistent client communication and stakeholder engagement. Industrial: Project lead involved in the design and delivery of a $4 million industrial warehouse, leading design development, coordination, and construction documentation to achieve functional efficiency and client requirements.
Project Manager at Savills Project Management
September 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in delivering end-to-end project lifecycles across complex developments. Skilled in coordinating new development pipelines, managing tender processes, and overseeing contractor performance to ensure delivery within budget, schedule, and HSE standards. Strong focus on stakeholder engagement, proactive risk management, and seamless project handovers to achieve successful, sustainable project goals. Commercial: Managed the construction phase of a $20 million asset repositioning project for a landmark building in Perth, overseeing site operations, contractor performance, and construction quality to ensure delivery in line with program, budget, and safety requirements. Industrial: Supporting the early design stages of a $40 million industrial expansion, engaging and coordinating consultants, managing design approvals, and establishing project budgets, schedules, and procurement strategies to support successful project delivery. Leisure:
Graduate Architect at MARC Architecture
December 1, 2020 - September 30, 2021
Contributed to the documentation management and regulatory compliance for healthcare facility projects, gaining valuable experience in applying diligence and attention to detail to ensure projects met all quality and compliance standards. Aged Care: Duncan Nursing Care, $25 million; Valencia Nursing Care, $14 million; Residential: Vicent Street Apartments, $7.5 million.
Graduate Architect at STH Health Architecture
October 1, 2021 - October 31, 2023
Co-ordinated multidisciplinary teams, overseeing consultant management, documentation, design development, and compliance with BCA and R-Codes. Supported technical teams in design and delivery activities, ensuring adherence to quality, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements. Health: Joondalup Private Hospital redevelopment, $150 million; Health: Joondalup Mental Health Unit, $65 million; Aged Care: Grandton Retirement Living Development, $56 million.
Lead Architect at MARK Architecture
July 1, 2012 - October 31, 2018
Designed several commercial and residential spaces, respecting the social contexts and environmental factors of the site. Actively listened to the client's suggestions to translate designs for customised sites. Worked as a Project Manager by supervising a team of contractors in several construction sites, running them through the available budget to achieve clients’ expectations.
Project Lead at Construarte Engineering
January 1, 2012 - July 31, 2013
Skilled in contract documentation, consultant coordination, and documentation management, with experience in product selection, research, and 3D visualisation to support the design development. Experienced in design presentations and project management, including budget and schedule oversight, stakeholder liaison, and onsite supervision to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

Education

Master of Architecture at Curtin University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Master of Architecture at Feevale University (Brazil)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Ba. Arch. Urban Planning and Landscape Architecture at Feevale Univ. (Brazil)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education