Architect / Architectural Technologist

The Recruitment Pig; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 357,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Pig invites applications for an Architectural Technologist to work on major commercial projects in Johannesburg.

You will produce high-quality technical drawings and author and coordinate 3D building models in Revit, while maintaining organized project records.

This role offers clear career growth, hands-on experience on high-profile schemes, and supportive professional development within a respected SA practice.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Architecture or Architectural Technology.
• Around five years of practical experience in a professional studio.
• Proficient in Revit for modeling and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality technical working drawings for large-scale building packages.
• Author and coordinate accurate 3D building models using Revit.
• Create and update project families and manage model components.
• Attend project and site meetings to coordinate with consultants.
• Carry out site inspections and compile quality review lists.
• Assist with local municipal building plan submissions and approvals.
• Maintain organized digital project records to support delivery.

Skills

Revit modeling

Technical drawings

3D modeling

Building coordination

Teamwork

Education

Architecture or Architectural Technology qualification

Tools

Revit

Job description

Exciting Architectural Technologist Role On Major Commercial Projects

• Job Title: Architect / Architectural Technologist
• Location: Johannesburg
• Salary: From R32 000 to R38 000 based on qualifications, skills & experience

The Company

Our client is a highly respected, independent South African architectural practice known for landmark commercial developments. The company delivers major institutional and commercial projects while offering an exciting international footprint.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will document exciting project packages while receiving excellent ongoing professional support. You will use your technical skills to help deliver high-profile projects smoothly and efficiently. This position offers clear career growth through a structured, highly rewarding internal development path.

Job Description

• Produce high-quality technical working drawings for exciting, large-scale building packages.
• Author and coordinate accurate 3D building models using Revit software.
• Create and update useful project families and manage important model components.
• Attend regular project and site meetings to coordinate smoothly with professional consultants.
• Carry out helpful site inspections and compile clear, organized quality review lists.
• Assist with local municipal building plan submissions and statutory approval documentation.
• Maintain organized digital project records and filing to support seamless team delivery.

What You Need to Apply

• Relevant qualification in Architecture or Architectural Technology.
• Around five years of practical experience in a professional architectural design studio.
• Solid, hands-on ability to build and coordinate models directly within Revit.
• Experience producing detailed technical working drawing packages for building construction.
• Basic working knowledge of building site administration and local council approval processes.
• Professional SACAP registration or active candidate registration is welcomed.
• A positive attitude, strong team-player spirit, and a genuine eagerness to learn.