Affordable Housing Architect: Build Sustainable Communities

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Affordable Housing Architect for a socially conscious architectural practice based in Mahikeng, North West. This role focuses on designing low-cost, sustainable housing with strong community impact, from initial engagement to construction supervision.

You will lead design efforts, coordinate with engineers and planners, and ensure affordability, quality and compliance with local housing policies such as FLISP. Experience with public housing projects is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture required.
• 3–5 years in architectural practice, with affordable housing experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp.
• Knowledge of SA housing policies (FLISP) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design of affordable housing projects.
• Engage with community members and stakeholders to understand local needs for housing.
• Develop innovative and cost-effective design solutions that maximize value and minimize construction costs.
• Prepare detailed architectural drawings, specifications, and documentation for tender and construction.
• Ensure designs comply with building codes, national housing standards, and accessibility requirements in the North West.
• Collaborate with engineers, urban planners, and social development professionals for integrated outcomes.
• Oversee construction phases to ensure quality, cost control, and adherence to design intent.
• Research and integrate sustainable building practices for affordable housing contexts.
• Contribute to project management, budget monitoring, and reporting for affordable housing initiatives in Mahikeng.

Skills

Community engagement

Budget awareness

Team collaboration

Cost-conscious design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Affordable Housing Architect for a socially conscious architectural practice based in Mahikeng, North West. This role focuses on designing low-cost, sustainable housing with strong community impact, from initial engagement to construction supervision.

You will lead design efforts, coordinate with engineers and planners, and ensure affordability, quality and compliance with local housing policies such as FLISP. Experience with public housing projects is preferred.