Senior Building Performance Architect - Sustainable Design

Placements24; O Mente; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Building Performance Architect in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on optimizing environmental performance of buildings through advanced analysis, design strategies, and integration of green technologies.

The ideal candidate will lead energy modeling, advise on efficiency and daylighting, and drive sustainable design across multiple project types with a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in building performance analysis and sustainable design.
• Proficiency in energy modeling software and building physics.

Responsibilities

• Lead building performance analysis and strategy development for architectural projects.
• Utilize energy modeling software to simulate building performance.
• Advise design teams on energy efficiency, daylighting, and thermal comfort.
• Develop and implement material strategies based on lifecycle analysis.
• Assist in achieving green building certifications (EDGE, LEED).
• Collaborate with engineers and consultants on integrated sustainable design solutions.

Skills

Energy modeling

Building physics

Thermodynamics

HVAC systems

Revit

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

eQUEST

EnergyPlus

IES VE

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative architectural firm committed to sustainable development, is looking for a Senior Building Performance Architect to join their practice in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role focuses on optimizing the environmental performance of buildings through advanced analysis, design strategies, and the integration of green technologies. You will work across various project types, advising design teams on energy efficiency, daylighting, thermal comfort, and material sustainability. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical skillset, a deep understanding of building science principles, and a passion for creating high-performance, environmentally responsible architecture. This is a key role contributing to shaping sustainable built environments in the Eastern Cape and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Lead building performance analysis and strategy development for architectural projects. Utilize energy modeling software (e.g., eQUEST, EnergyPlus, IES VE) to simulate building performance. Advise design teams on strategies for reducing energy consumption, improving thermal comfort, and enhancing indoor environmental quality. Conduct daylight analysis, solar path studies, and natural ventilation assessments. Develop and implement strategies for material selection based on environmental impact and lifecycle analysis. Assist in achieving green building certifications (e.g., EDGE, LEED) by providing necessary analysis and documentation. Collaborate with engineers and consultants to ensure integrated sustainable design solutions. Research and evaluate new sustainable technologies and building materials. Develop reports and presentations to communicate building performance findings to clients and design teams. Stay current with evolving building codes, standards, and best practices in sustainable design.

Requirements

A degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, or a related field. Minimum of 6 years of experience focused on building performance analysis and sustainable design. Proficiency in building energy modeling and simulation software. Strong understanding of building physics, thermodynamics, and HVAC systems. Knowledge of green building rating systems (e.g., EDGE, LEED) and certification processes. Experience with daylighting and solar analysis tools. Familiarity with architectural design software (e.g., Revit) and its application in sustainable design. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams. Passion for sustainability and a commitment to environmental stewardship in the built environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement fund contributions. Professional development opportunities, such as advanced training in simulation tools and sustainability conferences, are provided. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects that promote environmental responsibility in the Queenstown region. A hybrid work model supports work-life balance. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to creating sustainable and healthy built environments. This is an excellent opportunity for growth within a firm that prioritizes innovation in green architecture.