Building Design Architect

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

On-site role in growing region

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Building Design Architect to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will conceptualize and develop designs for diverse building projects, ensuring functionality, safety, and aesthetics.

This on-site role offers opportunities to influence local projects, collaborate with clients and construction teams, and contribute to a growing regional practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• Proven experience in architectural design and project delivery.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and rendering software.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural designs from concept to construction drawings.
• Ensure designs meet client requirements, building codes, and safety standards.
• Prepare design presentations, models, and visualizations for client approvals.
• Coordinate with structural engineers, service consultants, and contractors.
• Oversee construction administration and site supervision.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Rendering

Client management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Building Design Architect to join their team in Queenstown . This role is vital for conceptualizing and developing designs for a range of building projects, ensuring functionality, safety, and aesthetic appeal. You will work on diverse projects, contributing your creative vision and technical expertise to shape the built environment in the Eastern Cape . This position offers a chance to make a tangible impact within a community-focused practice, collaborating closely with clients and construction teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop architectural designs from concept to detailed construction drawings.
• Ensure designs meet client requirements, building codes, and safety standards.
• Prepare design presentations, models, and visualizations for client approval.
• Coordinate with structural engineers, service consultants, and contractors.
• Oversee aspects of construction administration and site supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Proven experience in architectural design and project delivery.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD , Revit, and rendering software.
• Strong understanding of building codes and construction processes in South Africa.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on varied and impactful projects.
• Full-time, on-site position in a growing region.
• Support for professional development and continuous education.
• A collaborative team culture focused on delivering quality architectural solutions.