Senior Urban Architect: Hybrid Master Planner

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid & retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Urban Architect for Upington, Northern Cape, ZA, to lead large-scale urban projects from concept to completion. The role blends office collaboration with remote work, emphasizing sustainable, vibrant communities.

You will guide design teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and present proposals to clients and authorities, while staying current with urban design trends and technologies. A strong portfolio and SA licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture with a specialization in Urban Design or Urban Planning.
• Professional architect registration with the relevant SA body.
• 8+ years of relevant experience focusing on urban/master planning.
• Experience leading design teams and managing complex projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion and Adobe Suite.
• Strong knowledge of SA planning legislation and building regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities; capable of engaging diverse audiences.
• Experience with hybrid work and remote collaboration tools.
• A portfolio showcasing successful urban design and architectural projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of large-scale urban projects, including master planning and detailed design phases.
• Collaborate with city planners, developers, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site analyses, and impact assessments for urban development projects.
• Prepare and present design proposals, reports, and visuals to clients and public bodies.
• Ensure designs comply with zoning, building codes, and sustainability standards.
• Oversee production of drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
• Manage project teams, ensure timely delivery within budget constraints.
• Mentor junior architects and staff on design excellence.
• Stay updated with advancements in urban design theory and technologies.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.

Skills

Urban design

Master planning

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's in Architecture (Urban Design/Urban Planning)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Lumion

Adobe Suite

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Urban Architect for Upington, Northern Cape, ZA, to lead large-scale urban projects from concept to completion. The role blends office collaboration with remote work, emphasizing sustainable, vibrant communities.

You will guide design teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and present proposals to clients and authorities, while staying current with urban design trends and technologies. A strong portfolio and SA licensure are required.